Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer is the cheapest in its class. Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer and Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if price matters more; choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer if max print speed and max colors matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer scores 58/100 against 17/100 for Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | 439 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| 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 | — |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | False |
| 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. | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market. The manufacturer recommends using Elegoo Slicer, specifically optimized to leverage the CoreXY kinematics, multi-color printing via the CANVAS system, and vibration compensation algorithms (Input Shaping). Alternatively, popular slicers like Orca Slicer and Cura can be used, offering broad flexibility to users who prefer established workflows. The integrated dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity allows direct transfer of G-code files to the 8 GB internal memory without physical cards, while the internal camera enables remote monitoring and time-lapse video recording, simplifying the management of the printing process even from a distance. |
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
- Price: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 174 € vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 439 € — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+152%)
- Max print speed: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm/s vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 500 mm/s — Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+100%)
- Max colors: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 1 vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 4 — Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Enclosed chamber: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
- Work area: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 220×220 mm vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 256×256 mm — Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+35%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
you value price. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer if…
you value max print speed, max colors and enclosed chamber.
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