Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon 2 and Neptune 4 Pro 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 Pro if price and multicolor requires accessory matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Centauri Carbon 2 scores 54/100 against 38/100 for Neptune 4 Pro.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 4 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~349–399 € | 299 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 19.35 kg | 8.9 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 265 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 | 225 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 265 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 machine is driven by Klipper firmware pre-installed on a proprietary 64-bit motherboard, ensuring rapid processing for advanced features like input shaping and pressure advance. The manufacturer provides a customized version of Cura (Elegoo Cura), but the printer is fully compatible with major third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer. Connectivity includes USB ports and a LAN network port, enabling remote management and direct print file transfers via the Fluidd or Mainsail web interfaces integrated into the system. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 2 4 vs Neptune 4 Pro 1 — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+300%)
- Enclosed chamber: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, Neptune 4 Pro no
- Price: Centauri Carbon 2 374 € vs Neptune 4 Pro 299 € — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+25%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 2 256×256 mm vs Neptune 4 Pro 225×225 mm — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+29%)
- Multicolor printing: Centauri Carbon 2 yes, Neptune 4 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 if…
you value max colors, enclosed chamber and work area.
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