Anycubic Kobra X vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Build volume is almost the same, 260 mm against 256 mm per side, and the price differs by €50. The enclosure decides: the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo is closed and does multicolor without accessories, while the Kobra X is open and needs a separate module for colors.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 389 € | 439 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| 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 | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 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 | — |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | No |
| Max colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market. The manufacturer recommends using Elegoo Slicer, specifically optimized to leverage the CoreXY kinematics, multi-color printing via the CANVAS system, and vibration compensation algorithms (Input Shaping). Alternatively, popular slicers like Orca Slicer and Cura can be used, offering broad flexibility to users who prefer established workflows. The integrated dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity allows direct transfer of G-code files to the 8 GB internal memory without physical cards, while the internal camera enables remote monitoring and time-lapse video recording, simplifying the management of the printing process even from a distance. |
The differences that matter
- Enclosure: none against enclosed → on the Kobra X the part sits in room air, on the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo it does not.
- Multicolor: with accessory against without, up to 4 colors on both → the module's cost adds to the Kobra X's price.
- Nozzle and bed: 300 °C and 100 °C against 350 °C and 110 °C (manufacturer's rated values) → the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo has more temperature headroom.
- Price: €389 against €439 → €50 less for the Kobra X, before the multicolor accessory.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra X if…
You print parts within 260 mm somewhere an open machine is no problem, and want to save €50. The compromise: no enclosure, a nozzle rated to 300 °C and a bed to 100 °C, and a separate accessory for printing in up to 4 colors.
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo if…
You want up to 4 colors without buying anything else, and the part kept in an enclosure, with a nozzle rated to 350 °C and a bed to 110 °C. You pay €50 more and lose 4 mm per side.
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