Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Prusa Research CORE One+ kit
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Two enclosed CoreXY machines with almost the same build plate: the choice is between a 674 € price gap and open Marlin firmware with no limits on third-party filament. For weekly printing on a tight budget the first weighs more; for tinkering with the machine, the second.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 250 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 220 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | — |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 200 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | — | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 4 | 5 |
| 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. | Prusa firmware based on Marlin, fully open source, with built-in input shaper for faster and cleaner prints. Official slicer: PrusaSlicer (free, optimized profiles), compatible with Cura and Simplify3D. Control via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi with Prusa Connect (optional). No filament DRM: full freedom to use third-party materials. |
The differences that matter
- 1049 € against about 375 € → 674 € more buys open firmware and freedom with third-party filament
- Plate 256×256 mm against 250×220 → 36 mm more on the short side for wide parts on the Centauri Carbon
- Multicolor: 4 colors against 5, both with an accessory → the fifth color matters only if you already print in five
- Nozzle up to 320 °C against 290 → more headroom for hot filaments on the Centauri Carbon
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon if…
The Centauri Carbon suits someone who wants an enclosed CoreXY for regular printing at around 375 €. The plate is 256×256 mm and the nozzle reaches 320 °C (manufacturer-stated values), a little more headroom for filaments that need heat. The trade-off: you work with Elegoo Slicer, derived from Orca Slicer, and multicolor needs an accessory, up to 4 colors.
Choose CORE One+ kit if…
The CORE One+ kit is for whoever wants to change settings and run any filament without restrictions: open firmware, PrusaSlicer, USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi. The plate is 250×220 mm, narrower on the short side, and the nozzle stops at 290 °C. The trade-off is the price, 674 € more, and Prusa Connect for remote control is optional.
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