Anycubic Kobra X vs Bambu Lab P1S
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
The comparison between the Anycubic Kobra X and the Bambu Lab P1S analyzes two different approaches to mid-range FDM 3D printing. The choice between these machines depends on the need for an enclosed chamber for technical materials or the preference for an open Cartesian system.
| Parameter |
Kobra X
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
|
P1S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 389 € | ~399–499 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 12.95 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 1000 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 100 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| 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 |
| Enclosed chamber | False | 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 | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | true | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | true | True |
| Max colors | 4 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. | The P1S is managed through Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicer available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, or via OrcaSlicer, the widely adopted open-source fork that provides finer parameter control. The Bambu Handy mobile app enables remote monitoring and print launching. The printer supports local LAN connections without a mandatory cloud account, though some advanced features — such as remote timelapses and OTA firmware updates — require a Bambu account. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Kobra X 4 vs P1S 16 — P1S wins (+300%)
- Enclosed chamber: P1S yes, Kobra X no
- Native Klipper: Kobra X yes, P1S no
- Price: Kobra X 389 € vs P1S 449 € — Kobra X wins (+15%)
- Max print speed: Kobra X 600 mm/s vs P1S 500 mm/s — Kobra X wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra X if…
Choose the Anycubic Kobra X if you need a slightly larger print volume and prefer a native Klipper system that offers greater flexibility in customizing print parameters without the constraints of a closed ecosystem.
Choose P1S if…
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S if your goal is printing technical materials like ABS or ASA, thanks to the enclosed chamber, and if you want to leverage the AMS ecosystem for managing up to 16 colors, consolidated by years of field use and dedicated software support via Bambu Studio or OrcaSlicer. The CoreXY kinematics also ensure greater structural stability during high-speed prints compared to the Cartesian configuration of the Kobra X. The P1S is the recommended choice for those seeking a more integrated and reliable workflow for serial production in advanced materials that require a thermally controlled environment. The Kobra X remains a more affordable and versatile solution for those who mainly print PLA, PETG, or TPU and want direct control over the firmware via Klipper without going through more restrictive proprietary interfaces. The main difference lies in thermal management and kinematics: the P1S offers an enclosed chamber essential for technical polymers, while the Kobra X focuses on higher nominal speed and native Klipper integration. Bambu Lab P1S vs Anycubic Kobra X: technical analysis for makers. We compare kinematics, thermal management, and software to choose the ideal 3D printer.
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