Anycubic Kobra 3 V2 Combo vs Anycubic Kobra S1 Max
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Product A if you want multi-color printing up to 4 colors out of the box without external accessories and prefer a native Klipper system. Choose Product B if you need a larger build volume of 350×350×350 mm, a closed chamber, and higher nozzle and bed temperatures.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | ~599–799 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.29 × 50.47 × 48.3 cm | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.37 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 255 × 255 mm | 350 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 2200 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 220 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 255 mm | 350 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 350 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | Yes |
| Max colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 firmware runs on a proprietary Kobra OS layer built on top of Klipper; the official slicer is Anycubic Slicer Next, derived from OrcaSlicer, available for Windows and macOS. Third-party OrcaSlicer is also supported. Remote monitoring and control are available via the Anycubic app (iOS/Android) over LAN, with no mandatory cloud connection required for ordinary printing operations. Unlike the Combo version, the ACE 2 Pro module is not included in the box. |
The differences that matter
- Build volume: Product B offers a significantly larger working area (350×350×350 mm) compared to Product A (255×255×260 mm).
- Kinematics and chamber: Product A uses an open Cartesian kinematics system, whereas Product B features a CoreXY structure with a closed chamber.
- Multi-color setup: Product A includes the ACE Pro module for multi-color printing out of the box, while Product B requires an additional, separate accessory.
- Thermal and electrical specs: Product B reaches a 350 °C nozzle and 120 °C bed temperature with a power consumption of 2200 W, compared to 300 °C, 110 °C, and 400 W for Product A.
- Firmware integration: Product A integrates native Klipper, while Product B runs a Klipper-based firmware with a proprietary Kobra OS interface.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 3 V2 Combo if…
Product A (Anycubic Kobra 3 V2 Combo) is suitable for users looking for a ready-to-use multi-color printing solution, as it includes the ACE Pro module at a lower price point (€499). It is designed for standard build volumes (255×255×260 mm) and offers a native Klipper OS, though it lacks a closed chamber and features lower thermal limits (300 °C nozzle, 110 °C bed).
Choose Kobra S1 Max if…
Product B (Anycubic Kobra S1 Max) is ideal for large-scale projects due to its 350×350×350 mm build volume and the stability of CoreXY kinematics. The closed chamber and higher maximum temperatures (350 °C nozzle, 120 °C bed) extend material compatibility, although multi-color printing requires a separate accessory purchase (ACE 2 Pro module not included) and the starting price is higher (~€599–799).
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