Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo vs Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo if you are looking for a closed-chamber CoreXY kinematics optimized for native multicolor printing and higher nozzle and bed temperatures. Choose the Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus if you need a larger build volume of 300×300×330 mm, a native Klipper-based operating system, and a lower purchase price.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1 Combo
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Ender-3 V3 Plus
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 749 € | 479 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 48.4 × 48.4 × 59.3 cm | 41 × 44.5 × 57.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 11.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 0.2 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 410 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| 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 | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | — |
| 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. | Powered by Creality OS (Klipper-based) and supports Creality Print, integrating smoothly with major third-party slicers like Cura and PrusaSlicer. |
The differences that matter
- Build Volume and Dimensions: The Ender-3 V3 Plus provides a larger build volume of 300×300×330 mm compared to the 250×250×250 mm of the Kobra S1 Combo, though the latter has a higher total weight (18 kg vs 11.5 kg).
- Kinematics and Enclosure: The Kobra S1 Combo features CoreXY kinematics with an enclosed chamber, whereas the Ender-3 V3 Plus uses an open-frame Cartesian configuration.
- Color Management: The Anycubic machine supports native multicolor printing without requiring separate accessories, a feature not available on the Creality printer.
- Thermal Performance and Accuracy: The Kobra S1 Combo achieves higher maximum temperatures (320 °C nozzle and 120 °C bed vs 300 °C and 100 °C for its competitor) and states an accuracy of 0.05 mm compared to the 0.2 mm of the Ender-3 V3 Plus.
- Firmware and Ecosystem: The Ender-3 V3 Plus integrates native Klipper via Creality OS, while the Kobra S1 Combo runs a closed-source proprietary firmware and relies on Anycubic Slicer Next software.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Combo if…
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo (2025) is suitable for users prioritizing multicolor printing without additional accessories and processing materials that benefit from an enclosed chamber and higher thermal temperatures (up to 320 °C nozzle and 120 °C bed). Its CoreXY structure delivers a stated accuracy of 0.05 mm, with a price tag of €749 and a standard build area of 250×250×250 mm.
Choose Ender-3 V3 Plus if…
The Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus (2024) is the ideal choice if build volume is the main priority, thanks to its 300×300 mm area with a Z-height of 330 mm. Despite relying on an open-chamber Cartesian kinematics and a stated accuracy of 0.2 mm, it offers the advantage of a native Klipper-based Creality OS firmware and a more accessible price point of €479.
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