Bambu Lab P1S vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S if you are looking for a proven system that supports multi-color printing up to 16 colors in a compact footprint. Choose the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 if you prefer native Klipper firmware and higher extrusion temperatures (350 °C) at a lower starting price.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~399–499 € | ~349–399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.95 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | 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 |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | 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 | No | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 16 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 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
- Maximum temperatures: The Centauri Carbon 2 reaches 350 °C at the nozzle and 110 °C on the bed, compared to 300 °C and 100 °C for the P1S, allowing the use of more thermally demanding polymers.
- Multi-color support: Although both machines require an external accessory, the P1S handles up to 16 colors simultaneously, while the Centauri Carbon 2 stops at 4.
- Footprint and weight: The P1S is significantly smaller and lighter (38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm, 12.95 kg) compared to the massive frame of the Centauri Carbon 2 (50 × 48 × 74.3 cm, 19.35 kg).
- Native firmware: The 2026 Elegoo integrates Klipper natively via Elegoo OS, whereas the 2023 Bambu Lab uses a proprietary firmware not natively based on Klipper architecture.
Which one to choose
Choose P1S if…
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S if your priority is printing with a wide range of colors. Thanks to its support for multi-color accessories handling up to 16 filaments, it easily beats the competitor's 4-color maximum. Furthermore, with dimensions of 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm and a weight of 12.95 kg, it is much more compact and lighter for workstations with limited space.
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if…
Choose the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 if you work with technical materials requiring extreme heat, utilizing the nozzle that reaches 350 °C and the bed at 110 °C. It is the ideal option if you prefer a system based on native Klipper (Elegoo OS) and have more room to accommodate its 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm frame and 19.35 kg weight.
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