Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs Snapmaker J1s IDEX 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer and J1s IDEX 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.2×). Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer costs less (~€174) and is the entry-level choice; J1s IDEX 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1250). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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J1s IDEX 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~1100–1400 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 53.9 × 40.1 × 46.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 27.8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 300 × 200 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 200 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 400 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 350 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 200 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 200 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | IDEX |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 350 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 | True |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| 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. | It comes with the proprietary Snapmaker Luban software, a free, unified application available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Luban is tailored to fully utilize the independent dual extruders (IDEX), integrating ready-to-use profiles for various print modes (Copy, Mirror, Backup). Compatibility with major third-party slicers, such as Cura or PrusaSlicer, is also ensured via standard G-code export. Direct machine control is facilitated by the integrated Android-based touchscreen display and Wi-Fi connectivity for remote management. |
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 J1s IDEX 3D Printer 1250 € — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+618%)
- Enclosed chamber: J1s IDEX 3D Printer yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
- Max colors: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 1 vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 2 — J1s IDEX 3D Printer wins (+100%)
- Max print speed: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm/s vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 350 mm/s — J1s IDEX 3D Printer wins (+40%)
- Build height Z: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 200 mm — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
you value price, build height z and max bed temperature. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose J1s IDEX 3D Printer if…
you value enclosed chamber, max colors and max print speed.
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