Bambu Lab H2S vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
H2S and Centauri Carbon 2 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.2×). Centauri Carbon 2 costs less (~€374) and is the entry-level choice; H2S offers more capability at a higher price (~€1200). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
H2S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1150–1250 € | ~349–399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 49.2 × 51.4 × 62.6 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 30 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 340 × 320 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 340 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1800 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 1000 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 50 μm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 320 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 340 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 1000 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | 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 | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | — | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The H2S uses Bambu Studio as its primary slicer, with full support for proprietary features including automatic calibration, AI monitoring, and AMS management. It also accepts G-code exported from OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura, though some advanced functions may not be available with third-party slicers. Laser and cutting functions are managed exclusively through Bambu Suite. Developer Mode is available, exposing MQTT access for custom integrations. | 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
- Price: H2S 1200 € vs Centauri Carbon 2 374 € — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+221%)
- Max print speed: H2S 1000 mm/s vs Centauri Carbon 2 500 mm/s — H2S wins (+100%)
- Work area: H2S 340×320 mm vs Centauri Carbon 2 256×256 mm — H2S wins (+66%)
- Build height Z: H2S 340 mm vs Centauri Carbon 2 256 mm — H2S wins (+33%)
- Native Klipper: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, H2S no
Which one to choose
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