Anycubic Kobra X vs Creality K1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
The Kobra X (389 €) has an open frame and a larger bed; the K1 (329 €) is enclosed and smaller. The structure differs too: Cartesian on one, CoreXY on the other.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 389 € | 329 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 35.5 × 35.5 × 48 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 9.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 250 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 350 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 220 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 250 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 | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | Yes | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | No |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | — |
| Max colors | 4 | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. | Pre-installed Klipper firmware with Creality OS interface. Wi-Fi connectivity and built-in 4.3" touch screen. |
The differences that matter
- Enclosed chamber on the K1 only → a stable environment for materials that need one.
- Volume 260 × 260 × 260 mm against 220 × 220 × 250 mm → wider parts fit on the Kobra X.
- Price 389 € against 329 € → the K1 costs 60 € less.
- Up to 4 colours with an accessory on the Kobra X → more colours in one part.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra X if…
Parts within 260 × 260 × 260 mm, with up to 4 colours once an accessory is added, and AI monitoring from the Anycubic app. You accept the open frame and 60 € more.
Choose K1 if…
Prints in an enclosed chamber on 220 × 220 × 250 mm at 329 €, with Klipper pre-installed, the Creality OS interface and a 4.3-inch touchscreen. You accept a bed 40 mm smaller per side.
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Filaments for these printers
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