Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo vs Bambu Lab X2D
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
The Kobra S1 Combo costs €120 more than the X2D, but the difference that matters isn't the price: it's the X2D's independent dual extruder and speed against the Kobra's multicolor system that works out of the box. Anyone printing parts with soluble supports or frequent material swaps should look at the X2D; anyone who wants multicolor without adding hardware should look at the Kobra.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 749 € | 629 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 48.4 × 48.4 × 59.3 cm | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 16.25 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 1600 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 1000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 50 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 260 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 | 1000 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 | Yes |
| Native Klipper | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | Yes |
| Max colors | — | 25 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The printer works with Anycubic Slicer Next, derived from OrcaSlicer and optimized for the Anycubic ecosystem; it supports multi-plate management and object skipping during printing. Remote control and real-time monitoring are available through the Anycubic app (iOS and Android), connecting via LAN or cloud. The proprietary firmware is not currently open source; native Klipper compatibility is not supported. | The X2D uses Bambu Studio as its official software, available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It also accepts standard G-code from third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, and Cura, though some advanced features — including automatic calibration and dual-nozzle workflow management — are only fully supported within Bambu Studio. |
The differences that matter
- Independent dual extruder only on the X2D → different materials or soluble supports without swapping the nozzle by hand.
- Rated speed 1000 mm/s versus 600 mm/s → long batches printed in less time, manufacturer-stated figures.
- Multicolor built in on the Kobra, separate AMS on the X2D → an extra cost to factor in on the X2D.
- Nozzle up to 320°C on the Kobra versus 300°C on the X2D → extra margin for a few borderline technical materials.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Combo if…
You want multicolor printing from day one without adding a separate AMS: the system is already built into the kit. The nozzle reaches 320°C against 300°C on the X2D, a useful margin for a few borderline technical materials. In exchange you give up the independent dual extruder and a top speed rated more than double on the X2D.
Choose X2D if…
You print parts that need supports in a different material or swap nozzle and temperature often: the independent dual extruder avoids the compromises of a single nozzle handling multiple materials. Rated speed reaches 1000 mm/s against 600 mm/s on the Kobra, and the price stays €120 lower. For multicolor, though, you need the separate AMS.
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Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
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