Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs CORE One+
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer and CORE One+ are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.9×). Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer costs less (~€174) and is the entry-level choice; CORE One+ offers more capability at a higher price (~€1199). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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CORE One+
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Riconoscimenti | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~1049–1349 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 41.5 × 44.4 × 55.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 22.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 250 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | — |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 220 mm | 220 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 250 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | — |
| Closed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | True |
| Requires external accessory | — | True |
| Maximum colors | 1 | 5 |
| 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. | Natively compatible with PrusaSlicer (based on Slic3r, open-source), but it works with any slicer able to generate Marlin-flavored G-code, such as Cura, ideaMaker or Simplify3D. The firmware is a Prusa-modified Marlin 2, fully open: no lock-in to proprietary software or protocols. The user has full control over the machine, but PrusaSlicer is recommended for optimal performance, as it includes exclusive profiles and features like dynamic flow calibration. |
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 CORE One+ 1199 € — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+589%)
- Maximum colors: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 1 vs CORE One+ 5 — CORE One+ wins (+400%)
- Closed chamber: CORE One+ yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
- Filament sensor: CORE One+ yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
- Multicolor printing: CORE One+ yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
you value price. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose CORE One+ if…
you value maximum colors, closed chamber and filament sensor. «The maximum number of colors indicates how many distinct color zones or materials can be used in one print without manual intervention. Two colors cover most practical uses, including soluble support. Higher values are useful for complex decorative models or color-coded prototypes. Each additional color increases print time due to transition purges, so the practical benefit should be weighed against the added time cost.»
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