Kobra S1 Max vs Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra S1 Max and Q2 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra S1 Max if work area matters more; choose Q2 3D Printer if max colors and price matters more.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1 Max
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~599–799 € | 499 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 2200 W | 630 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 | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 350 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | True |
| 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 | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| 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 ordinary printing operations. Unlike the Combo version, the ACE 2 Pro module is not included in the box. | The system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Kobra S1 Max 4 vs Q2 3D Printer 16 — Q2 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Work area: Kobra S1 Max 350×350 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Kobra S1 Max wins (+68%)
- Price: Kobra S1 Max 699 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Q2 3D Printer wins (+40%)
- Build height Z: Kobra S1 Max 350 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 256 mm — Kobra S1 Max wins (+37%)
- Native Klipper: Q2 3D Printer yes, Kobra S1 Max no
Which one to choose
Choose Q2 3D Printer if…
you value max colors, price and native klipper.
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