Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer vs X-Max 3 3D Printer

Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)

In brief

Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer and X-Max 3 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer if max colors and work area matters more; choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if enclosed chamber matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Max 3 3D Printer scores 56/100 against 46/100 for Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2025 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 699 € ~799–999 €
Price updated on 06/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 70.6 × 94 × 75.3 cm 55.3 × 55.3 × 60.1 cm
Weight (kg) 22.1 kg 30.2 kg
Work area (mm) 420 × 420 mm 325 × 325 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 500 mm 315 mm
Maximum speed 600 mm/s 600 mm/s
Declared precision 0.05 mm
Category specs
Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) 420 mm 325 mm
Build height Z (mm) 500 mm 315 mm
Kinematics Cartesian CoreXY
Max nozzle temperature (°C) 300 °C 350 °C
Max bed temperature (°C) 90 °C 120 °C
Max print speed (mm/s) 600 mm/s 600 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 False
Multicolor requires accessory True
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 system relies on an architecture based on native Klipper firmware, a configuration that guarantees advanced kinematics management and precise control of accelerations through input shaping algorithms. The local and remote user interface is managed fluidly, allowing full monitoring of print parameters without the need to depend on mandatory external cloud services. For file preparation, the machine supports the main slicing software available on the market, including Qidi Print, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer, offering optimized profiles to enhance production times and the surface quality of components. Connectivity options include wired network and Wi-Fi, facilitating the integration of the device into local networks of laboratories or digital workshops.

The differences that matter

  • Max colors: Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer 8 vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 1 — Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer wins (+700%)
  • Work area: Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer 420×420 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 325×325 mm — Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer wins (+67%)
  • Build height Z: Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer 500 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 315 mm — Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer wins (+59%)
  • Enclosed chamber: X-Max 3 3D Printer yes, Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer no
  • Price: Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer 699 € vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 899 € — Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer wins (+29%)

Which one to choose

Choose Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer if…

you value max colors, work area and build height z.

See the Kobra 3 Max 3D Printer sheet →

Choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if…

you value enclosed chamber, max nozzle temperature and max bed temperature.

See the X-Max 3 3D Printer sheet →

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