Kobra X vs Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra X and Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra X if max print speed matters more; choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if maximum z height and work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Kobra X
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
|
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 389 € | ~380–430 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 51 × 49 × 68 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 15.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 400 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 450 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | — | 300 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 260 mm | 400 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | — |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | False | — |
| Filament sensor | True | — |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | False | — |
| Native Klipper | True | — |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | true | — |
| Requires external accessory | true | — |
| Maximum colors | 4 | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. | The printer runs Marlin firmware with an open G-code protocol, compatible with any slicer like Cura, PrusaSlicer, or Simplify3D. Artillery Slicer is a customized version of Cura with optimized profiles. WiFi connectivity allows file transfer via a dedicated app but doesn't support a full web interface. Input shaping and pressure advance are preconfigured and factory-tuned, reducing initial calibration. |
The differences that matter
- Maximum Z height: Kobra X 260 mm vs Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+54%)
- Work area: Kobra X 260×260 mm vs Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+33%)
- Max print speed: Kobra X 600 mm/s vs Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 500 mm/s — Kobra X wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra X if…
you value max print speed. «The rated maximum speed indicates the theoretical hardware limit, not the everyday working speed. Faster machines reduce print times on simple geometries, but real-world speed depends on material, geometry, required surface finish, and slicer settings. Values above 200–300 mm/s are meaningful only on machines with CoreXY kinematics, active input shaping, and a stiffened mechanical frame.»
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value maximum z height and work area. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
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