Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo vs Anycubic Kobra X Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra S1 Max Combo and Kobra X Combo are both FDM 3D printers with a 4-channel multicolor system in Anycubic's mid-range, but they differ in build volume, kinematic architecture, and list price. The comparison matters for those who want to print multicolor without building a fleet of machines, with a budget between 589 and 1099 euros.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~799–1099 € | 589 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm | 45.54 × 44.53 × 46.13 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 13.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 260 × 260 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | 2200 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 350 mm | 260 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 350 mm | 260 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | 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 | No | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | No |
| Max colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The firmware runs on a proprietary Kobra OS layer built on top of Klipper; the official slicer is Anycubic Slicer Next, derived from OrcaSlicer, available for Windows and macOS. Third-party OrcaSlicer is also supported. Remote monitoring and control are available via the Anycubic app (iOS/Android) over LAN, with no mandatory cloud connection required for core printing functions. | Powered by Kobra OS (a Klipper fork), it features Wi-Fi connectivity, vibration compensation, dynamic flow calibration, and a camera with built-in AI detection. |
The differences that matter
Build volume: 350³ mm vs 260³ mm, an 81% difference in volumetric capacity. Nozzle temperature: 350 °C vs 300 °C, with a direct impact on the range of supported engineering filaments. Enclosed chamber present on A, absent on B: a deciding factor for ABS/ASA/PA. CoreXY kinematics (A) vs Cartesian (B): CoreXY scales better at high speeds on large formats. Native Klipper on B vs proprietary Kobra OS on A: those wanting direct firmware access and open-source updates prefer B. Price: fixed 589 euros for B versus a range of 799–1099 euros for A.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Max Combo if…
Those who print large parts — industrial prototypes, cosplay pieces, architectural panels — benefit from the 350×350×350 mm volume of the S1 Max Combo, 81% larger than the 260³ mm of the Kobra X. The enclosed chamber and nozzle temperature up to 350 °C allow processing ABS, ASA, and PA without warping, materials not manageable by the Kobra X with its bed limited to 100 °C and no enclosure. CoreXY kinematics also ensures more consistent accelerations at 600 mm/s on large formats.
Choose Kobra X Combo if…
A maker or small studio working mainly on objects under 25 cm and wanting maximum firmware control chooses the Kobra X Combo at 589 euros: they save at least 210 euros compared to the minimum price of the S1 Max Combo and get native Klipper, modifiable without workarounds. The AI-detection camera is integrated into the machine body and the multicolor system requires no separate external accessories, simplifying wiring and reducing desk footprint.
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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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