Anycubic Kobra 3 Max Combo vs Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 3 Max Combo and Neptune 3 Pro are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.4×). Neptune 3 Pro costs less (~€229) and is the entry-level choice; Kobra 3 Max Combo offers more capability at a higher price (~€774). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kobra 3 Max Combo
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~549–999 € | ~199–259 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 70.6 × 64 × 75.3 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 500 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 225 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 500 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 260 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 90 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| 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 | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 8 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Kobra OS (based on Klipper) featuring a 4.3-inch touchscreen interface. Compatible with Anycubic Slicer for color management and Wi-Fi connected for remote monitoring via app. The integrated ACE Pro system automatically handles filament changes and active drying. | The operating system is based on the open-source Marlin firmware, ensuring broad compatibility and stability for the user. The printer is supported by major slicing software on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura and PrusaSlicer, for which official preset profiles or easily configurable community profiles exist. Operational management is handled via a practical removable capacitive touchscreen, featuring a simple interface for manual control and monitoring. The machine operates entirely offline, reading G-code files via a MicroSD card or direct USB cable connection, without any dependency on cloud services or wireless networks. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kobra 3 Max Combo 774 € vs Neptune 3 Pro 229 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+238%)
- Work area: Kobra 3 Max Combo 420×420 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm — Kobra 3 Max Combo wins (+248%)
- Max print speed: Kobra 3 Max Combo 600 mm/s vs Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s — Kobra 3 Max Combo wins (+233%)
- Build height Z: Kobra 3 Max Combo 500 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 280 mm — Kobra 3 Max Combo wins (+79%)
- Max colors: Kobra 3 Max Combo 8 vs Neptune 3 Pro 1 — Kobra 3 Max Combo wins (+700%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 3 Max Combo if…
you value work area, max print speed and build height z.
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