Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs Anycubic Kobra X
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo if you are looking for an affordable printer for standard single-color projects and prefer Marlin firmware compatible with common third-party slicers. Choose the Anycubic Kobra X if you require higher printing speeds, a larger build volume, nozzle temperatures up to 300°C, and the ability to print up to 4 colors via an external accessory.
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Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
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Kobra X
Anycubic
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | 389 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 260 × 260 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 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 | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | true |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | true |
| Max colors | 1 | 4 |
| 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. | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Best price Entry
The lowest list price among entry-level Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM) machines: €174. The second cheapest starts at €260. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
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The differences that matter
- Speed and firmware: The Kobra X reaches a maximum speed of 600 mm/s due to native Klipper firmware with Input Shaper, whereas the Kobra 2 Neo maxes out at 250 mm/s using Marlin firmware (with Linear Advance and Input Shaping).
- Build volume: The Kobra X provides a larger working area of 260×260×260 mm compared to the 220×220×250 mm of the Kobra 2 Neo.
- Color management: The Kobra X supports multicolor printing up to 4 colors via an external accessory, while the Kobra 2 Neo is limited to a single color.
- Nozzle temperatures and filament compatibility: The Kobra X nozzle can reach 300°C compared to 260°C for the Kobra 2 Neo, expanding filament compatibility, although its maximum bed temperature reaches 100°C instead of 110°C.
- Sensors and software ecosystem: The Kobra X includes a filament sensor and integrates with Anycubic Slicer Next for AI monitoring via mobile app and remote control, whereas the Kobra 2 Neo lacks a filament sensor and relies on third-party software like Cura, PrusaSlicer, and Simplify3D.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
The Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo (2023) is suitable for users on a limited budget (~149–199 €) who need standard specifications, such as a 220×220×250 mm build volume and a maximum speed of 250 mm/s, while omitting multicolor printing and a filament sensor.
Choose Kobra X if…
The Anycubic Kobra X (2026) is appropriate for those seeking advanced performance at a higher price point (389 €), offering a maximum speed of 600 mm/s, a larger volume of 260×260×260 mm, native Klipper firmware, support for up to 4 colors with an accessory, and a filament sensor.
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