Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech i-Fast
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer and i-Fast are not direct competitors: different use classes (F1 vs F3), very different prices (~12.4×). Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer costs less (~€174) and is the entry-level choice; i-Fast offers more capability at a higher price (~€2150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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i-Fast
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~1800–2500 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 71 × 51 × 67 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 33 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 330 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 320 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 320 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | — |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | True |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | false | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | False |
| Max colors | 1 | 2 |
| 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 comes with the proprietary Qidi Print software, a slicer based on proven open-source architectures, specifically optimized for the profiles of the technical materials supported by the printer. Users can still generate G-code using other widely adopted third-party slicers on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, or Simplify3D, after manual configuration of machine and extruder parameters. Although it lacks native cloud features or advanced remote connectivity for corporate fleet management, it supports direct file transfer via local Wi-Fi or USB drives, ensuring a secure offline workflow for intellectual property protection. |
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 i-Fast 2150 € — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+1136%)
- Work area: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 220×220 mm vs i-Fast 330×250 mm — i-Fast wins (+70%)
- Max print speed: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm/s vs i-Fast 150 mm/s — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+67%)
- Enclosed chamber: i-Fast yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
- Max colors: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 1 vs i-Fast 2 — i-Fast wins (+100%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
you value price, max print speed and input shaper. It is the cheapest in its class.
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