Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech X-Smart 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer is the cheapest in its class. Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer and X-Smart 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if price matters more; choose X-Smart 3 if max print speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Smart 3 scores 48/100 against 17/100 for Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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X-Smart 3
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~350–450 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 37 × 36.2 × 39.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 10.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 175 × 180 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 170 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 350 W |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 175 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 170 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °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 | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | False |
| 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. | The QIDI X-Smart 3 is primarily managed via QIDI Slicer, a proprietary software based on the latest versions of PrusaSlicer, optimized to fully leverage the machine's high speeds and CoreXY structure. The interface offers both a beginner mode and an advanced mode for granular control of parameters. The printer comes with pre-installed Klipper firmware, allowing advanced users direct access to the Fluidd web interface for real-time monitoring, calibration, and macro customization. Nevertheless, compatibility is guaranteed with the most popular third-party slicing software, including Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, and standard PrusaSlicer, ensuring a flexible and adaptable workflow. |
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 X-Smart 3 400 € — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+130%)
- Max print speed: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm/s vs X-Smart 3 500 mm/s — X-Smart 3 wins (+100%)
- Work area: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 220×220 mm vs X-Smart 3 175×180 mm — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+54%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-Smart 3 yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
- Build height Z: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm vs X-Smart 3 170 mm — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+47%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
you value price, work area and build height z. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose X-Smart 3 if…
you value max print speed, enclosed chamber and filament sensor.
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