Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo vs Creality K2 SE Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Product A if you require a larger build volume (350×350×350 mm), an enclosed chamber, and higher nozzle and bed temperatures for technical materials. Choose Product B if you prefer a more budget-friendly solution, a compact footprint, CoreXY kinematics, native Klipper firmware, and the capability to print with up to 16 colors.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~799–1099 € | 499 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm | 35.5 × 35.5 × 48.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 10.58 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 220 × 215 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 245 mm |
| Power (W) | 2200 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 350 mm | 215 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 350 mm | 245 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 | 500 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 | Yes |
| Max colors | 4 | 16 |
| 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. | Natively compatible with Creality Print 6.0 and other third-party slicers. It supports Wi-Fi connectivity and features 8 GB of internal eMMC memory for local storage of G-code and 3MF files. |
The differences that matter
- Build Volume and Footprint: Product A offers a significantly larger workspace (350×350×350 mm) compared to Product B (220×215×245 mm), but results in a larger external footprint (50.27×48.3×58.4 cm vs. 35.5×35.5×48.2 cm).
- Kinematics and Speed: Product B features a CoreXY configuration with a maximum speed of 500 mm/s, whereas Product A utilizes a Cartesian structure that reaches a declared maximum speed of 600 mm/s.
- Thermal Specs and Enclosure: Product A is equipped with an enclosed chamber, a 350 °C nozzle, and a 120 °C bed, exceeding Product B which is limited to a 300 °C nozzle, 100 °C bed, and an open frame (enclosed chamber: False).
- Multicolor Management and Firmware: Product B supports up to 16 total colors via an accessory and includes native Klipper with 8 GB of eMMC memory, while Product A supports a maximum of 4 colors and relies on a proprietary Kobra OS interface.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Max Combo if…
Choose Product A (Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo) if your absolute priority is the workspace, which offers a 350×350 mm bed and a 350 mm Z-axis height for large-scale parts. This machine is also suitable for those who need a factory-enclosed chamber and superior thermal specifications (up to 350 °C nozzle and 120 °C bed) to handle high-temperature filaments, within a price range of ~799–1099 €.
Choose K2 SE Combo if…
Choose Product B (Creality K2 SE Combo) if you are looking for the best cost-benefit ratio based on a price of 499 € and a much more compact Cartesian frame (35.5×35.5×48.2 cm footprint). It represents the ideal choice if you want an ecosystem based on native Klipper, an 8 GB internal eMMC memory for G-code file management, and readiness for an expanded multicolor system capable of handling up to 16 total colors instead of 4.
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