Anycubic Kobra S1 ACE 2 Pro Combo vs Creality K1 Max
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Two enclosed CoreXY FDM printers with native Klipper that separate on price and volume: the Kobra costs 300 € less, the K1 Max prints 300 × 300 × 300 mm.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 599 € | 899 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40 × 41 × 49 cm | 43.5 × 46.2 × 52.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 21.7 kg | 18 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 1300 W | 1000 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 300 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | 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 | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | No |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | Yes |
| Max colors | 8 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with the main slicers on the market. It supports cloud connectivity via the Anycubic app and Wi-Fi for remote monitoring, while still allowing offline use via USB. | It runs on the Klipper-based Creality OS. Compatible with Creality Print, Cura, and PrusaSlicer, featuring remote control support via Wi-Fi or LAN. |
The differences that matter
- Price 599 € against 899 € → the Kobra costs 300 € less.
- Volume 250 × 250 × 250 mm against 300 × 300 × 300 mm → parts that fit the K1 Max have to be split on the Kobra.
- Up to 8 colours on the Kobra Combo → more colours in one part.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 ACE 2 Pro Combo if…
Parts within 250 × 250 × 250 mm at 599 €, with up to 8 colours and a nozzle up to 320 °C (declared value). You accept 50 mm less per side than the K1 Max.
Choose K1 Max if…
Wider and taller parts, on 300 × 300 × 300 mm, in an enclosed chamber. It costs 300 € more and the declared nozzle limit is 300 °C, not 320 °C.
Where to buy
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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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