Anycubic Kobra S1 vs Anycubic Kobra X Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Anycubic Kobra S1 if you need an enclosed chamber and higher temperatures for technical materials. Choose the Anycubic Kobra X Combo if you prefer a slightly larger build volume and an integrated multicolor system without external accessories.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Kobra X Combo
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | 589 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40 × 41 × 49 cm | 45.54 × 44.53 × 46.13 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 13.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 260 × 260 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| 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 | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | False |
| Max colors | 8 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The Kobra OS firmware is based on Klipper and controlled via a proprietary touch interface. The official slicer is Anycubic Slicer Next (derived from OrcaSlicer, available for Windows and macOS), but it also supports third-party OrcaSlicer. Remote control is possible via the Anycubic app (iOS/Android) over a local network, with no mandatory cloud connection for daily operations. | Powered by Kobra OS (a Klipper fork), it features Wi-Fi connectivity, vibration compensation, dynamic flow calibration, and a camera with built-in AI detection. |
The differences that matter
- Kinematics and Structure: The Kobra S1 uses a CoreXY system weighing 18 kg, whereas the Kobra X Combo is a lighter Cartesian machine (13.2 kg).
- Multicolor Management: The S1 supports up to 8 colors but requires an external accessory; the X Combo natively supports 4 colors without extra accessories.
- Temperatures and Enclosure: The S1 features an enclosed chamber, reaching 320 °C at the nozzle and 120 °C on the bed. The X Combo is open (no enclosed chamber) and maxes out at 300 °C (nozzle) and 100 °C (bed).
- Build Volume: Slight advantage for the X Combo, offering 260 × 260 × 260 mm compared to the 250 × 250 × 250 mm of the S1.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 if…
Choose the Anycubic Kobra S1 if you print technical materials: the enclosed chamber and maximum temperatures of 320 °C (nozzle) and 120 °C (bed) provide a controlled thermal environment. The CoreXY kinematics handle the 600 mm/s maximum speed with stability due to the 18 kg frame, while the multicolor system supports up to 8 colors (requiring an external accessory).
Choose Kobra X Combo if…
Choose the Anycubic Kobra X Combo if you want a ready-to-use multicolor solution: it handles up to 4 colors natively without requiring additional modules. The Cartesian structure is lighter (13.2 kg) and offers a slightly larger print area (260 × 260 × 260 mm), integrating advanced features like an AI detection camera.
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