Anycubic Kobra S1 vs Qidi Tech X-Max 3 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra S1 and X-Max 3 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra S1 if price and max colors matters more; choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Kobra S1
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Max 3 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | ~799–999 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40 × 41 × 49 cm | 55.3 × 55.3 × 60.1 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 30.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 250 mm | 325 × 325 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 315 mm |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 325 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 315 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °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 | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 8 | 1 |
| 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. | The system relies on an architecture based on native Klipper firmware, a configuration that guarantees advanced kinematics management and precise control of accelerations through input shaping algorithms. The local and remote user interface is managed fluidly, allowing full monitoring of print parameters without the need to depend on mandatory external cloud services. For file preparation, the machine supports the main slicing software available on the market, including Qidi Print, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer, offering optimized profiles to enhance production times and the surface quality of components. Connectivity options include wired network and Wi-Fi, facilitating the integration of the device into local networks of laboratories or digital workshops. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kobra S1 549 € vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 899 € — Kobra S1 wins (+64%)
- Max colors: Kobra S1 8 vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 1 — Kobra S1 wins (+700%)
- Work area: Kobra S1 250×250 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 325×325 mm — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+69%)
- Build height Z: Kobra S1 250 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 315 mm — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+26%)
- Multicolor printing: Kobra S1 yes, X-Max 3 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if…
you value work area, build height z and max nozzle temperature.
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