Anycubic Kobra 3 vs Qidi Tech Plus4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 3 and Plus4 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.1×). Kobra 3 costs less (~€260) and is the entry-level choice; Plus4 offers more capability at a higher price (~€799). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kobra 3
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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Plus4
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~220–300 € | 799 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.3 × 50.5 × 48.3 cm | 50.5 × 48.7 × 55 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.2 kg | 27 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 305 × 305 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 850 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 305 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °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 |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | 1 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Operated via AnycubicSlicer and compatible with the proprietary cloud app. It leverages a Klipper-based firmware, natively integrating Input Shaping algorithms to reduce vibrations at high speeds. | The machine relies on an architecture based on Klipper firmware, which provides advanced computational performance and native features like input shaping to reduce vibrations during high-speed movements. Users can interface via the integrated 5-inch touchscreen or through the standard Klipper web interface. The recommended official slicing software is QIDI Studio, a program derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, optimized to leverage the machine's profiles and proprietary print parameters. However, the system maintains an open approach and is fully compatible with third-party slicers such as Orca Slicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura, ensuring maximum flexibility in the daily workflow. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Kobra 3
Best value Entry
At €260 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 6 entry-level Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM) machines, with a technical score of 90/100.
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The differences that matter
- Price: Kobra 3 260 € vs Plus4 799 € — Kobra 3 wins (+207%)
- Max colors: Kobra 3 1 vs Plus4 16 — Plus4 wins (+1500%)
- Enclosed chamber: Plus4 yes, Kobra 3 no
- Work area: Kobra 3 250×250 mm vs Plus4 305×305 mm — Plus4 wins (+49%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Kobra 3 300 °C vs Plus4 370 °C — Plus4 wins (+23%)
Which one to choose
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