Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo vs Anycubic Kobra 3 V2 Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo if you are looking for a 2024 model for multicolor printing with a potentially lower expenditure due to price fluctuations. Choose the Anycubic Kobra 3 V2 Combo if you prefer the 2025 version, which offers a slightly larger build area of 255×255 mm, a declared precision of 0.05 mm, and native software compatibility with OrcaSlicer and Anycubic Slicer Next.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~400–500 € | 499 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.3 × 50.5 × 48.3 cm | 45.29 × 50.47 × 48.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.2 kg | 9.37 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 255 × 255 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 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 | 255 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 260 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °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 | No |
| Max colors | 4 | 4 |
| 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. | The Kobra OS, based on Klipper, supports native features like Input Shaping and is accessible via a touchscreen interface. The machine is compatible with Anycubic Slicer Next and OrcaSlicer, supporting remote monitoring via Wi-Fi through a dedicated app and managing automatic filament changes with the ACE Pro module. |
The differences that matter
- Launch year and price: The Kobra 3 Combo dates back to 2024 with a variable price estimated between ~400–500 €, while the V2 Combo variant is from 2025 and is positioned at 499 €.
- Build area (X×Y): The original version has an area of 250×250 mm, which increases to 255×255 mm in the V2 Combo, expanding the working footprint on the bed.
- Declared precision: Not specified for the 2024 model, whereas the V2 Combo version states a nominal value of 0.05 mm.
- Total weight: The 2024 machine weighs 9.2 kg, while the updated version reaches 9.37 kg.
- Software compatibility: The Kobra 3 Combo model uses Anycubic Slicer; the V2 Combo version extends support to Anycubic Slicer Next and OrcaSlicer for controlling filament changes with the ACE Pro system.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 3 Combo if…
Choose the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo if your budget is flexible within the 400–500 euro range and you want a 9.2 kg machine introduced in 2024, featuring a standard 250×250 mm print area that handles up to 4 colors via Anycubic Slicer without cloud dependence.
Choose Kobra 3 V2 Combo if…
Choose the Anycubic Kobra 3 V2 Combo if you want the 2025 upgrade that optimizes the build space to 255×255 mm (+5 mm on the X and Y axes) at a fixed price of 499 euros, introducing a declared geometric precision of 0.05 mm and an extended software ecosystem including OrcaSlicer and Anycubic Slicer Next for managing the ACE Pro module.
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