Anycubic Kobra S1 Max vs Qidi Tech Max4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
The Kobra S1 Max and the Max4 don't answer the same budget: the price gap reflects a machine built for heavier use in the Max4's case. Those who want the Kobra S1 Max's already-generous bed and height at a contained cost find their answer here; those who need room to grow look at the Max4.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~599–799 € | 1049 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 2200 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 350 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 350 mm | 340 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 | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (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 ordinary printing operations. Unlike the Combo version, the ACE 2 Pro module is not included in the box. | The machine natively runs on Klipper firmware, offering comprehensive control and high computational speed for advanced features like input shaping. The user interface is managed locally via a large 5-inch touchscreen. Remote monitoring is facilitated by the integrated 1080p AI webcam with error detection for extrusion failures. For slicing, the manufacturer provides QIDI Studio, a software derived from PrusaSlicer/Bambu Studio, specifically optimized for high-temperature material profiles. Users can also access the Fluidd web interface for advanced control over the printer parameters and print offline via a USB drive or through the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Price: the Max4 costs €350 more than the Kobra S1 Max.
- Native Klipper: only on the Max4 → direct macros and calibration.
- Build plate: 390×390 mm on the Max4 versus 350×350 mm on the Kobra S1 Max → more room for large parts.
- Colors with accessory: up to 16 on the Max4 versus 4 on the Kobra S1 Max → more headroom for complex multicolor prints.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Max if…
Pick it if budget matters more than speed: it costs €350 less than the Max4 and still gives you a 350×350 mm bed and an enclosed chamber, enough for most hobby projects and mid-size parts. You top out at 4 colors with the dedicated accessory and there's no native Klipper.
Choose Max4 if…
Pick it if you need room to grow: native Klipper firmware gives direct access to macros and calibration, the 390×390 mm bed leaves more room for large parts, and with the dedicated accessory it reaches 16 colors versus the Kobra S1 Max's 4. Speed, per the manufacturer's declared values, rises to 800 mm/s against 600 mm/s. All for €350 more.
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