Ender-3 V3 Plus vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-3 V3 Plus and Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Ender-3 V3 Plus if work area and maximum z height matters more; choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer if closed chamber matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer scores 57/100 against 40/100 for Ender-3 V3 Plus.
| Parameter |
Ender-3 V3 Plus
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 479 € | 439 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 41 × 44.5 × 57.7 cm | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 11.5 kg | 19.35 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 330 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 1100 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 410 mm | 256 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 330 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 |
| 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 | True | — |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Requires external accessory | — | False |
| Maximum colors | — | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Powered by Creality OS (Klipper-based) and supports Creality Print, integrating smoothly with major third-party slicers like Cura and PrusaSlicer. | 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
- Closed chamber: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer yes, Ender-3 V3 Plus no
- Work area: Ender-3 V3 Plus 300×300 mm vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 256×256 mm — Ender-3 V3 Plus wins (+37%)
- Maximum Z height: Ender-3 V3 Plus 330 mm vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 256 mm — Ender-3 V3 Plus wins (+29%)
- Multicolor printing: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer yes, Ender-3 V3 Plus no
- Max print speed: Ender-3 V3 Plus 600 mm/s vs Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 500 mm/s — Ender-3 V3 Plus wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose Ender-3 V3 Plus if…
you value work area, maximum z height and max print speed. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer if…
you value closed chamber, multicolor printing and max nozzle temperature. «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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