Anycubic Kobra 2 Pro vs Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Anycubic Kobra 2 Pro if you look for a compact and budget-friendly desktop printer with Cartesian kinematics for single-color prints up to 260 °C. Choose Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo if you need a larger build volume, CoreXY kinematics, an enclosed chamber, and multicolor support up to 4 colors.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–320 € | ~799–1099 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 43.5 × 46.3 × 48.6 cm | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.4 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 350 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 2200 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 220 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 350 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 350 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | Yes |
| Max colors | 1 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Anycubic Kobra OS (a closed Klipper-based system) compatible with the Anycubic mobile app for remote control. Supports all major slicers. | The firmware runs on a proprietary Kobra OS layer built on top of Klipper; the official slicer is Anycubic Slicer Next, derived from OrcaSlicer, available for Windows and macOS. Third-party OrcaSlicer is also supported. Remote monitoring and control are available via the Anycubic app (iOS/Android) over LAN, with no mandatory cloud connection required for core printing functions. |
The differences that matter
- Build volume and dimensions: Product A offers a 220x220x250 mm area with 400 W power, whereas Product B expands to 350x350x350 mm with a power consumption of 2200 W.
- Kinematics and performance: The Kobra 2 Pro model uses Cartesian kinematics with a maximum speed of 500 mm/s and 0.1 mm precision; the Kobra S1 Max adopts a CoreXY structure reaching 600 mm/s with a specified precision of 0.05 mm.
- Thermal management and chamber: Product A features an open structure with a maximum nozzle temperature of 260 °C and bed temperature of 110 °C. Product B features an enclosed chamber and reaches 350 °C for the nozzle and 120 °C for the bed.
- Color capabilities: Product A supports only 1 color with no multi-extruder options. Product B supports multicolor printing up to 4 colors simultaneously through the use of a dedicated accessory.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Pro if…
Choose Product A if your budget is between ~250 and 320 € and you are looking for an entry-level machine (F1 tier) with a standard build volume of 220x220x250 mm. It suits users who require a maximum speed of 500 mm/s and do not need an enclosed chamber or multi-filament systems.
Choose Kobra S1 Max Combo if…
Choose Product B if you look for an intermediate solution (F2 tier) for large-scale prints thanks to its 350x350x350 mm volume and 2200 W power. It is ideal if you need an enclosed chamber, nozzle temperatures up to 350 °C for advanced materials, and up to 4 colors management via an accessory.
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