Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo vs Anycubic Kobra 3 Max
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Same maker, same Klipper firmware and the same stated 600 mm/s: what changes is the build volume, 250×250×260 mm against 420×420×500 mm, and how multicolour arrives. About €450 against about €699.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~400–500 € | 699 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.3 × 50.5 × 48.3 cm | 70.6 × 94 × 75.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.2 kg | 22.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 420 × 420 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 500 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 420 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 500 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 90 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | No |
| 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | Yes |
| Max colors | 4 | 8 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | It runs Kobra OS (based on Klipper) with a 4.3-inch touch interface. It is compatible with Anycubic Slicer for color management and connects via Wi-Fi for remote monitoring through the app. | Equipped with Kobra OS, a Klipper-based firmware, controllable via a 4.3-inch touchscreen. Compatible with Anycubic Slicer and third-party software like OrcaSlicer. Features Wi-Fi for remote control via app. Multicolor printing requires the ACE Pro module, sold separately. |
The differences that matter
- Price about €450 vs €699 → €249 gap, before adding the ACE Pro to the Max.
- Volume 250×250×260 vs 420×420×500 mm → parts taller than 26 cm need the Max.
- Multicolour included at 4 colours vs 8 colours with ACE Pro sold separately → on the Max multicolour is an extra purchase.
- Bed 110 vs 90 °C → the Combo heats its bed higher.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 3 Combo if…
you print at normal size and want multicolour straight away: four colours included in the box, a bed up to 110 °C, about €450. The trade-off: parts stay within 250×250×260 mm and colours stop at four.
Choose Kobra 3 Max if…
you need to print large parts in one piece, up to 420×420×500 mm, or reach 8 colours. The ACE Pro module is bought separately, the bed stops at 90 °C and the price is about €699.
Where to buy
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Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
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