Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo vs Anycubic Kobra 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo if you are looking for an affordable and compact entry-level printer to get started. Choose Anycubic Kobra 3 if you need higher speed, a larger build volume, and native Klipper firmware.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~220–300 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 45.3 × 50.5 × 48.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 9.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 250 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 400 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | No |
| Filament sensor | No | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | No | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | — |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, and Simplify3D, supporting STL and OBJ formats. It features Marlin firmware with advanced functionalities like Linear Advance and Input Shaping. | Operated via AnycubicSlicer and compatible with the proprietary cloud app. It leverages a Klipper-based firmware, natively integrating Input Shaping algorithms to reduce vibrations at high speeds. |
The differences that matter
- Speed and Firmware: Kobra 3 reaches 600 mm/s and is based on native Klipper, whereas Kobra 2 Neo stops at 250 mm/s using Marlin.
- Build Volume: Kobra 3 offers a workspace of 250 × 250 × 260 mm, larger than the 220 × 220 × 250 mm of the Kobra 2 Neo.
- Temperature and Sensors: The Kobra 3 nozzle reaches 300 °C (versus 260 °C on the Kobra 2 Neo) and comes equipped with a filament sensor missing on the previous model.
- Price and Dimensions: Kobra 2 Neo is cheaper (~149–199 €) and lighter (7.3 kg), compared to the ~220–300 € and 9.2 kg of the Kobra 3.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo if…
Choose Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo if your budget is under 200 € and you prefer a more compact machine (7.3 kg) based on Marlin firmware. It is ideal for smaller projects (up to 220 × 220 × 250 mm) that do not require extrusion temperatures above 260 °C.
Choose Kobra 3 if…
Choose Anycubic Kobra 3 if you can invest a higher budget to achieve a maximum speed of 600 mm/s and a larger build volume (250 × 250 × 260 mm). The native Klipper firmware, the runout filament sensor, and the nozzle temperature up to 300 °C make it suitable for more advanced and faster tasks.
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