Anycubic Kobra 2 MaxDiscontinued
- Speed
- 500 mm/s
- Score
- 7/10
- Wins
- 1/5
Discontinued.
Anycubic Kobra 2 Max vs Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo
- The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo wins, 8.2 vs 7 out of 10.
- Kobra 2 Max prints 5.4× the volume (420×420×500 ÷ 250×250×260 = 5.43) and costs less.
- Kobra S1 Combo is faster, 600 vs 500 mm/s.
- Pick the Kobra S1 Combo if your prints fit in 26 cm.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8.2/10
- Wins
- 4/5
The verdict
Buy the Kobra S1 Combo.
8.2/10 vs Kobra 2 Max's 7/10, and it wins 4 of 5 categories. Best multi-color pick if you want more than 4 colors and can't justify going over $500. For figurines, cosplay parts, and detailed decorative prints, the jump from 4 to 8 colors matters more than the spec sheet suggests.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Kobra 2 MaxAnycubic · FDM
vsKobra S1 ComboAnycubic · FDM
| Kobra 2 Max | Spec | Kobra S1 Combo |
|---|---|---|
| 88.2 L (wins) | Build volume | 16.3 L |
| 500 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 20.5 kg | Weight | 12.5 kg |
Features
| Kobra 2 Max | Feature | Kobra S1 Combo |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 420x420x500mm build | No |
| Yes | Auto bed leveling | Yes |
| Yes | Direct drive | No |
| Yes | PEI build plate | No |
| Yes | WiFi | No |
| No | 8-color ACE Pro 2 multi-color system | Yes |
| No | CoreXY architecture | Yes |
| No | WiFi + camera monitoring | Yes |
| No | Direct drive extruder | Yes |
| No | PEI spring steel build plate | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| Kobra 2 Max | Spec | Kobra S1 Combo |
|---|---|---|
| 9 (wins) | Value | 8 |
| 5 | Beginner Friendliness | 8 (wins) |
| 7 | Print Quality | 8 (wins) |
| 7 | Speed | 9 (wins) |
| 7 | Reliability | 8 (wins) |
| 7 | Overall | 8.2 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 420 × 420 × 500 mm
- 250 × 250 × 260 mm
What owners say
420mm bed for [this price]. Anycubic has cracked the large-format budget code.
Kobra 2 Max owner, r/cosplayPrinted a full set of armor gauntlets in one run. These huge-bed printers change what's possible.
Kobra 2 Max owner, r/3Dprinting8 colors out of the box changes the game. My multi-color prints are finally as detailed as I imagined them.
Kobra S1 Combo owner, r/3DprintingThe ACE Pro 2 is a massive improvement. Less waste, more reliable color swaps, and double the colors.
Kobra S1 Combo owner, Teaching Tech (YouTube)Anycubic's answer to Bambu's multi-color dominance. Competitive on every front.
Kobra S1 Combo owner, All3DP
Pros & Cons
Kobra 2 Max
- +420x420x500mm at this price is the largest bed you'll find at this budget
- +Direct drive at this scale handles flexible filament when needed
- +WiFi means you're not walking over with a USB stick for every job
- −Open frame on a 420mm heated bed means serious adhesion prep is mandatory
- −Full bed heating at this size takes 10+ minutes to reach temp
Kobra S1 Combo
- +8 colors out of the box, double what the Bambu A1 Combo offers
- +CoreXY speed at a competitive price point
- +ACE Pro 2 wastes less filament on color swaps than its predecessor
- −Anycubic's software is solid but still behind Bambu Studio
- −Community is smaller than Bambu or Creality
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
- ELEGOO PLA filament, 1kgThe easy filament to start on. Prints at low temperatures and warps less.
- ELEGOO PETG filament, 1kgTougher and more heat tolerant than PLA, for parts that get handled or sit in the sun.
- SUNLU filament dryer S1 PlusWet filament causes stringing and rough surfaces. A dryer fixes that before you blame the printer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Kobra 2 Max better than the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo scores higher (8.2/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Anycubic Kobra 2 Max may be the smarter buy if you need large-prints.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Kobra 2 Max or Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo?
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo worth paying more for over the Anycubic Kobra 2 Max?
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo scores higher overall (8.2/10 vs 7/10). The extra money gets you 8 colors out of the box, double what the bambu a1 combo offers.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Kobra 2 Max and Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo?
Build volume (420x420x500mm vs 250x250x260mm) and print speed (500 vs 600 mm/s). The Anycubic Kobra 2 Max is best for large-prints; the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo targets multi-color.