Anycubic Kobra S1 Max vs Qidi Tech X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra S1 Max and X-Plus 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra S1 Max if max colors and work area matters more; choose X-Plus 3 if native klipper matters more.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1 Max
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~599–799 € | 799 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 2200 W | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 350 mm | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 350 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 350 °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 | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 4 | 1 |
| 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 X-Plus 3 is natively supported by QIDI Print, the company's official slicer based on PrusaSlicer, which offers pre-configured and optimized profiles for supported materials, ensuring a ready-to-use experience. The software's user interface is designed to simplify the print preparation process, from support generation to advanced cooling configuration. Because the printer uses Klipper-based firmware, advanced users can interact directly via the integrated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail), allowing for in-depth monitoring and fine-tuning of print parameters in real time. The system is also fully compatible with third-party software such as Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, standard PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer, offering maximum flexibility in workflows. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Kobra S1 Max 4 vs X-Plus 3 1 — Kobra S1 Max wins (+300%)
- Work area: Kobra S1 Max 350×350 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — Kobra S1 Max wins (+56%)
- Build height Z: Kobra S1 Max 350 mm vs X-Plus 3 270 mm — Kobra S1 Max wins (+30%)
- Native Klipper: X-Plus 3 yes, Kobra S1 Max no
- Multicolor printing: Kobra S1 Max yes, X-Plus 3 no
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Max if…
you value max colors, work area and build height z.
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