Bambu Lab X1E vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
X1E and Centauri Carbon 2 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.8×). Centauri Carbon 2 costs less (~€374) and is the entry-level choice; X1E offers more capability at a higher price (~€2550). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
X1E
Bambu Lab
F3 · Advanced
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Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2400–2700 € | ~349–399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.7 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 16 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1350 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 7 μm | 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) | 320 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 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 | 16 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The X1E works with Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicer, which handles slicing, automatic calibration, and remote monitoring via the Bambu Handy app. Orca Slicer, an open-source Bambu Studio fork with dedicated profiles, is also supported. The firmware is proprietary; Klipper is not natively supported. The printer can run in LAN-only mode, operating fully without an internet connection through the local network. | 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: X1E 2550 € vs Centauri Carbon 2 374 € — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+582%)
- Max colors: X1E 16 vs Centauri Carbon 2 4 — X1E wins (+300%)
- Native Klipper: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, X1E no
- Max nozzle temperature: X1E 320 °C vs Centauri Carbon 2 350 °C — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+9%)
- Max bed temperature: X1E 120 °C vs Centauri Carbon 2 110 °C — X1E wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if…
you value price, native klipper and max nozzle temperature.
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