Anycubic Kobra S1 vs Anycubic Kobra X
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Anycubic Kobra S1 if you want a CoreXY kinematics with an enclosed chamber to handle nozzle temperatures up to 320 °C and a multicolor system expandable up to 8 colors. Choose the Anycubic Kobra X if you prefer a more affordable entry-level machine with Cartesian kinematics, a slightly larger build volume of 260 × 260 × 260 mm, and AI monitoring features.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Kobra X
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | 389 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40 × 41 × 49 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 18 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 | — |
| 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 | true |
| 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. | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. |
The differences that matter
- Mechanics and structure: The Kobra S1 utilizes CoreXY kinematics with an enclosed chamber, whereas the Kobra X relies on an open-chamber Cartesian configuration.
- Maximum temperatures: The Kobra S1 reaches up to 320 °C at the nozzle and 120 °C on the print bed, exceeding the Kobra X limits of 300 °C and 100 °C respectively.
- Build volume: The Kobra X offers a working area of 260 × 260 × 260 mm, which is slightly larger than the 250 × 250 × 250 mm volume of the Kobra S1.
- Multicolor management: Both support multicolor printing via an optional accessory, but the Kobra S1 handles up to a maximum of 8 colors, compared to 4 colors for the Kobra X.
- Price and market tier: The Kobra X is positioned in the entry-level tier (F1) at €389, while the Kobra S1 belongs to the intermediate tier (F2) with a price of €549.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 if…
The Anycubic Kobra S1 (F2 intermediate tier, 2025) is recommended for intermediate users requiring a 3D printer with an enclosed chamber and CoreXY kinematics. The enclosed architecture, combined with higher maximum temperatures (320 °C nozzle and 120 °C bed), extends thermal compatibility compared to the entry-level model. Furthermore, although it requires an external accessory, the multicolor printing system supports up to 8 colors in total, doubling the capacity of the competing model.
Choose Kobra X if…
The Anycubic Kobra X (F1 entry tier, 2026) is the ideal choice for budget-conscious users looking for an entry-level solution priced at €389. Despite its Cartesian kinematics and open-frame structure, this model offers a slightly larger build volume (260 × 260 mm with a 260 mm Z-height compared to the S1's 250 × 250 × 250 mm) and integrates AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app while maintaining the same 600 mm/s maximum speed.
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