Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs CORE One+
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Elegoo Centauri Carbon and CORE One+ are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.2×). Elegoo Centauri Carbon costs less (~€375) and is the entry-level choice; CORE One+ offers more capability at a higher price (~€1199). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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CORE One+
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | ~1049–1349 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 41.5 × 44.4 × 55.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 22.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 250 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 256 mm | 220 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | — |
| Closed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum 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. | Natively compatible with PrusaSlicer (based on Slic3r, open-source), but it works with any slicer able to generate Marlin-flavored G-code, such as Cura, ideaMaker or Simplify3D. The firmware is a Prusa-modified Marlin 2, fully open: no lock-in to proprietary software or protocols. The user has full control over the machine, but PrusaSlicer is recommended for optimal performance, as it includes exclusive profiles and features like dynamic flow calibration. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 375 € vs CORE One+ 1199 € — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+220%)
- Work area: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 256×256 mm vs CORE One+ 250×220 mm — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+19%)
- Maximum colors: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 4 vs CORE One+ 5 — CORE One+ wins (+25%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 320 °C vs CORE One+ 290 °C — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+10%)
- Maximum Z height: Elegoo Centauri Carbon 256 mm vs CORE One+ 270 mm — CORE One+ wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon if…
you value price, work area and max nozzle temperature. «Maximum nozzle temperature defines the range of printable materials. Below 240 °C the machine covers PLA, PETG, and base materials. Between 260 and 300 °C it can handle ABS, ASA, PC, and standard composites. Above 300 °C technical materials such as PA, PEEK, and fiber-reinforced composites become accessible. A higher-rated nozzle does not degrade quality on lower-temperature materials but requires a more robust hot-end assembly.»
Choose CORE One+ if…
you value maximum colors, maximum z height and max bed temperature. «The maximum number of colors indicates how many distinct color zones or materials can be used in one print without manual intervention. Two colors cover most practical uses, including soluble support. Higher values are useful for complex decorative models or color-coded prototypes. Each additional color increases print time due to transition purges, so the practical benefit should be weighed against the added time cost.»
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