A1 vs Centauri Carbon 2
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon 2 leads on the measurable specs (starting with closed chamber), while A1 shows no advantage of its own. Choose Centauri Carbon 2, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance. On the category's overall technical index, Centauri Carbon 2 scores 54/100 against 31/100 for A1.
| Parameter |
A1
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 429 € | ~349–399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.5 × 41 × 43 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.3 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1300 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 256 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) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The A1 works natively with Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicer available for Windows and macOS, which handles slicing, automatic calibrations, and remote monitoring via the Bambu Handy app. Third-party slicers — including PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, and Ultimaker Cura — are supported via standard G-code export, but advanced features such as vibration compensation and active flow control are only available within the Bambu ecosystem. | The proprietary Elegoo OS, built on Klipper architecture, manages full-auto calibration routines and AI-assisted monitoring. The machine is primarily supported by Elegoo Slicer (an Orca Slicer derivative), ensuring optimal control over material profiles and dynamic color changes. Users can also natively use Orca Slicer or export G-code from third-party alternatives like Cura. The intuitive touchscreen and Wi-Fi connectivity enable seamless remote management and direct job queuing over the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Closed chamber: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, A1 no
- Native Klipper: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, A1 no
- Price: A1 429 € vs Centauri Carbon 2 374 € — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+15%)
- Max nozzle temperature: A1 300 °C vs Centauri Carbon 2 350 °C — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+17%)
- Max bed temperature: A1 100 °C vs Centauri Carbon 2 110 °C — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+10%)
Which one to choose
Choose A1 if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Centauri Carbon 2 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if…
you value closed chamber, native klipper and price. «A closed chamber reduces thermal gradients around the part being built, limiting warping and cracking caused by rapid cooling in high-shrinkage materials such as ABS, ASA, and PC. It also shields the mechanism from drafts and airborne particles. A closed chamber is effectively necessary for technical materials; for PLA and PETG it is an advantage, not a requirement.»
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