Kobra S1 Max vs Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra S1 Max and Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.3×). Kobra S1 Max costs less (~€699) and is the entry-level choice; Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€2999). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1 Max
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~599–799 € | 2999 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm | 70 × 90 × 72 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 360 × 360 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 360 mm |
| Power (W) | 2200 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 0.2 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 350 mm | 360 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 350 mm | 360 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | — |
| Closed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | True |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Requires external accessory | True | False |
| Maximum colors | 4 | 5 |
| 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 ordinary printing operations. Unlike the Combo version, the ACE 2 Pro module is not included in the box. | Compatible with PrusaSlicer (open-source), PrusaConnect, and any host supporting serial/Ethernet connectivity such as OctoPrint and Pronterface. Firmware is based on open Marlin, with no proprietary cloud lock-in. The ESP Wi-Fi module is optional and can be physically removed for sensitive environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kobra S1 Max 699 € vs Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer 2999 € — Kobra S1 Max wins (+329%)
- Closed chamber: Kobra S1 Max yes, Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer no
- Multi-extruder: Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer yes, Kobra S1 Max no
- Requires external accessory: Kobra S1 Max yes, Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer no
- Max nozzle temperature: Kobra S1 Max 350 °C vs Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer 290 °C — Kobra S1 Max wins (+21%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Max if…
you value price, closed chamber and max nozzle temperature.
Choose Original Prusa XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer if…
you value multi-extruder, maximum colors and work area.
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