Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 3 Combo and Centauri Carbon 2 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra 3 Combo if multicolor requires accessory and max print speed matters more; choose Centauri Carbon 2 if enclosed chamber and price matters more.
| Parameter |
Kobra 3 Combo
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~400–500 € | ~349–399 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.3 × 50.5 × 48.3 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.2 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 1100 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | true | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | false | True |
| 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 proprietary Elegoo OS, built on Klipper architecture, manages full-auto calibration routines and AI-assisted monitoring. The machine is primarily supported by Elegoo Slicer (an Orca Slicer derivative), ensuring optimal control over material profiles and dynamic color changes. Users can also natively use Orca Slicer or export G-code from third-party alternatives like Cura. The intuitive touchscreen and Wi-Fi connectivity enable seamless remote management and direct job queuing over the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Enclosed chamber: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, Kobra 3 Combo no
- Price: Kobra 3 Combo 450 € vs Centauri Carbon 2 374 € — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+20%)
- Multicolor requires accessory: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, Kobra 3 Combo no
- Max print speed: Kobra 3 Combo 600 mm/s vs Centauri Carbon 2 500 mm/s — Kobra 3 Combo wins (+20%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Kobra 3 Combo 300 °C vs Centauri Carbon 2 350 °C — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+17%)
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if…
you value enclosed chamber, price and max nozzle temperature.
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