Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon and Neptune 4 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Centauri Carbon 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 scores 49/100 against 38/100 for Neptune 4 Pro.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
Neptune 4 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | 299 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 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) | 320 °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 |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | False |
| Max colors | 4 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | This printer is natively supported by Elegoo Slicer, a slicing software based on Orca Slicer that provides users with pre-configured, carefully optimized profiles designed to maximize both part detail and overall printing speed. Additionally, the machine's operating system is fully compatible with the most popular and community-endorsed third-party slicing software, such as Orca Slicer and Ultimaker Cura. The versatile onboard connectivity options include standard USB ports and a reliable dual-band Wi-Fi module (operating at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). This infrastructure enables effortless remote monitoring and comprehensive control of the printing process via its network interface and the built-in chamber camera, greatly streamlining daily workflow management. | 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 4 vs Neptune 4 Pro 1 — Centauri Carbon wins (+300%)
- Enclosed chamber: Centauri Carbon yes, Neptune 4 Pro no
- Price: Centauri Carbon 375 € vs Neptune 4 Pro 299 € — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+25%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 256×256 mm vs Neptune 4 Pro 225×225 mm — Centauri Carbon wins (+29%)
- Multicolor printing: Centauri Carbon yes, Neptune 4 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon if…
you value max colors, enclosed chamber and work area.
MakerSpecs is an independent atlas. We don't sell products: this comparison links to both sheets, where you'll find complete data and official links.