Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon 2 and Neptune 4 Plus are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if max colors and enclosed chamber matters more; choose Neptune 4 Plus if work area and build height z matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Centauri Carbon 2 scores 54/100 against 42/100 for Neptune 4 Plus.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 4 Plus
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~349–399 € | ~300–400 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm | 53.3 × 51.7 × 63.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 19.35 kg | 14.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 320 × 320 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 385 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 385 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| 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 | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | False |
| Max colors | 4 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 printer operates with Klipper firmware pre-installed on a 64-bit ARM processor, enabling advanced standard features like input shaping and pressure advance. The user interface is managed via a removable capacitive touchscreen and a dedicated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail) for remote control and monitoring via Wi-Fi or LAN connection. For file preparation, the machine is compatible with major slicers on the market, including Elegoo Cura (bundled by the manufacturer), UltiMaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 2 4 vs Neptune 4 Plus 1 — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+300%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 2 256×256 mm vs Neptune 4 Plus 320×320 mm — Neptune 4 Plus wins (+56%)
- Build height Z: Centauri Carbon 2 256 mm vs Neptune 4 Plus 385 mm — Neptune 4 Plus wins (+50%)
- Enclosed chamber: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, Neptune 4 Plus no
- Multicolor printing: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, Neptune 4 Plus no
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if…
you value max colors, enclosed chamber and multicolor printing.
Choose Neptune 4 Plus if…
you value work area, build height z and price.
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