Anycubic Kobra 3 Max vs Creality Ender-3 V3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Anycubic Kobra 3 Max if you need a very large build volume up to 420×420×500 mm and the capability for multicolor printing up to 8 colors via an accessory. Choose Creality Ender-3 V3 if you are looking for a more compact and economical machine with a standard 220×220×250 mm build area and a higher bed temperature.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 699 € | 419 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 70.6 × 94 × 75.3 cm | 35.8 × 37.4 × 49.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 22.1 kg | 7.8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 500 mm | 250 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 220 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 500 mm | 250 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 90 °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 | No |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | No |
| Max colors | 8 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 native operating system is Creality OS, a customized version of Klipper. It supports Creality Print and major third-party slicers, along with WiFi connectivity and remote management. |
The differences that matter
- Build volume and dimensions: Anycubic A offers a working area of 420×420 mm with a Z height of 500 mm, occupying a footprint of 70.6×94×75.3 cm and weighing 22.1 kg. Creality B has an area of 220×220 mm with a Z height of 250 mm, measuring 35.8×37.4×49.8 cm and weighing 7.8 kg.
- Multicolor capability: Model A supports multicolor printing up to 8 colors (requires the ACE Pro accessory, sold separately), whereas model B is limited to 1 color and does not support multicolor printing.
- Retail price: Creality B is positioned at a more affordable price point of €419, compared to €699 for Anycubic A.
- Bed temperature and accuracy: Model B reaches a maximum bed temperature of 110 °C with a declared accuracy of 0.1 mm, while model A reaches 90 °C on the bed but declares an accuracy of 0.05 mm.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 3 Max if…
Anycubic Kobra 3 Max is the ideal choice for users who need to manufacture large-scale projects in a single piece, thanks to its build volume of 420×420×500 mm, and for those who want to explore multicolor 3D printing (up to 8 colors by purchasing the optional ACE Pro module), while maintaining a maximum speed of 600 mm/s and a declared accuracy of 0.05 mm.
Choose Ender-3 V3 if…
Creality Ender-3 V3 is aimed at those with budget or workbench space constraints, offering a standard build area (220×220×250 mm) at a lower price point. It is suitable for those who do not require multicolor printing but need a bed temperature up to 110 °C, sharing the same maximum speed of 600 mm/s in a significantly lighter structure (7.8 kg).
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