Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs OrangeStorm Giga
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Elegoo Centauri Carbon and OrangeStorm Giga are not direct competitors: very different prices (~8.4×). Elegoo Centauri Carbon costs less (~€375) and is the entry-level choice; OrangeStorm Giga offers more capability at a higher price (~€3150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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OrangeStorm Giga
Elegoo
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | ~2800–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 122.4 × 120.4 × 142.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 104 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 800 × 800 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 1000 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 1530 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 256 mm | 800 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 256 mm | 1000 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.6 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum colors | 4 | 4 |
| 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 system is powered by Klipper-based firmware, processed by a 64-bit quad-core SoC, enabling speeds up to 300 mm/s. Connectivity is comprehensive, offering USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi ports for the remote management of massive G-code files. The user interface is accessible via a generous 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen, which is detachable from the chassis for comfortable positioning. The machine is best managed using the Elegoo Cura slicer but supports standard STL and OBJ formats, allowing broad workflow flexibility without any dependence on cloud platforms. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 375 € vs OrangeStorm Giga 3150 € — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+740%)
- Work area: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 256×256 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 800×800 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+877%)
- Maximum Z height: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 256 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 1000 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+291%)
- Max print speed: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 500 mm/s vs OrangeStorm Giga 300 mm/s — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+67%)
- Closed chamber: Elegoo Centauri Carbon yes, OrangeStorm Giga no
Which one to choose
Choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon if…
you value price, max print speed and closed chamber. «The rated maximum speed indicates the theoretical hardware limit, not the everyday working speed. Faster machines reduce print times on simple geometries, but real-world speed depends on material, geometry, required surface finish, and slicer settings. Values above 200–300 mm/s are meaningful only on machines with CoreXY kinematics, active input shaping, and a stiffened mechanical frame.»
Choose OrangeStorm Giga if…
you value work area and maximum z height. It is the one with the largest build area in its class. «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.»
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