Anycubic Kobra 3 V2 Combo vs Bambu Lab A1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Anyone who wants the multicolor module already included in the price, with an open Klipper firmware, should look at the Kobra 3 V2 Combo. Anyone who wants to spend less and accept buying the multicolor accessory separately should look at the A1.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | 429 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.29 × 50.47 × 48.3 cm | 38.5 × 41 × 43 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.37 kg | 8.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 255 × 255 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 1300 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 220 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 255 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 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 | 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 A1 works natively with Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicer available for Windows and macOS, which handles slicing, automatic calibrations, and remote monitoring via the Bambu Handy app. Third-party slicers — including PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, and Ultimaker Cura — are supported via standard G-code export, but advanced features such as vibration compensation and active flow control are only available within the Bambu ecosystem. |
The differences that matter
- Price: €499 on the Kobra 3 V2 Combo, €429 on the A1 → the A1 costs less to buy.
- Multicolor: included in the bundle on the Kobra 3 V2 Combo, requires a separate accessory on the A1 → on the Kobra 3 V2 Combo multicolor has no extra cost.
- Firmware: native Klipper on the Kobra 3 V2 Combo, proprietary on the A1 → the Kobra 3 V2 Combo is more open to customization.
- Max speed: up to 600 mm/s on the Kobra 3 V2 Combo, up to 500 mm/s on the A1 (manufacturer-rated values) → the Kobra 3 V2 Combo claims shorter print times on the same parts.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 3 V2 Combo if…
The Kobra 3 V2 Combo bundle includes the ACE Pro module for automatic filament changes, so multicolor printing doesn't require a separate purchase. The Kobra OS firmware is Klipper-based, open to customization. The trade-off is a higher starting price than the A1's.
Choose A1 if…
The A1 works natively with Bambu Studio, which handles automatic calibration and vibration compensation within the Bambu ecosystem. The starting price is lower than the Kobra 3 V2 Combo's. The trade-off is that multicolor printing requires buying an accessory separately, and the firmware doesn't natively support Klipper.
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Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
- ELEGOO PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- Bambu Lab PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- SUNLU PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- SUNLU PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- OVERTURE PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)High speed1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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