Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Snapmaker 2.0 A350
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon and 2.0 A350 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.4×). Centauri Carbon costs less (~€375) and is the entry-level choice; 2.0 A350 offers more capability at a higher price (~€1650). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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2.0 A350
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | ~1500–1800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 49.5 × 50.6 × 58 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 21.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 320 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 320 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 275 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 100 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 | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| 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 proprietary Snapmaker Luban software is designed to manage all three main functions of the machine (3D printing, laser processing, and CNC routing) within a single interface, significantly simplifying the workflow for users approaching mixed manufacturing. For pure 3D printing, the control board still accepts standard G-code generated by third-party slicers such as Ultimaker Cura or PrusaSlicer, providing advanced users with greater control over specific extrusion and movement settings. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Centauri Carbon 375 € vs 2.0 A350 1650 € — Centauri Carbon wins (+340%)
- Max print speed: Centauri Carbon 500 mm/s vs 2.0 A350 100 mm/s — Centauri Carbon wins (+400%)
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 4 vs 2.0 A350 1 — Centauri Carbon wins (+300%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 256×256 mm vs 2.0 A350 320×350 mm — 2.0 A350 wins (+71%)
- Enclosed chamber: Centauri Carbon yes, 2.0 A350 no
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon if…
you value price, max print speed and max colors.
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