Anycubic Kobra 3 ComboDiscontinued
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8/10
- Wins
- 0/5
Discontinued. Replaced by the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo.
Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo vs Bambu Lab P1S
- The Bambu Lab P1S wins, 9 vs 8 out of 10.
- Near-same build volume (256³ vs 250×250×260 mm, 1.03×).
- The Kobra 3 Combo is faster (600 ÷ 500 = 1.2×) and costs less. Easy pick.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Bambu Lab P1S
- Speed
- 500 mm/s
- Score
- 9/10
- Wins
- 2/5
The verdict
Buy the P1S.
9/10 vs Kobra 3 Combo's 8/10, and it wins 2 of 5 categories. Buy this if you print ABS, ASA, or anything that smells or warps in open air. The enclosure and filtration aren't optional extras, they're the whole point. If you only print PLA, save some money and get the A1 Combo.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Kobra 3 ComboAnycubic · FDM
vsP1SBambu Lab · FDM
| Kobra 3 Combo | Spec | P1S |
|---|---|---|
| 16.3 L | Build volume | 16.8 L (wins) |
| 600 mm/s (wins) | Top speed | 500 mm/s |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 10 kg | Weight | 14.13 kg |
Features
| Kobra 3 Combo | Feature | P1S |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Multi-color (ACE Pro) | No |
| Yes | Auto bed leveling | No |
| Yes | WiFi | Yes |
| Yes | Camera | Yes |
| Yes | Direct drive | No |
| No | Enclosed | Yes |
| No | Multi-material (AMS) | Yes |
| No | HEPA filter | Yes |
| No | Active chamber heating | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| Kobra 3 Combo | Spec | P1S |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Value | 8 |
| 8 | Beginner Friendliness | 8 |
| 8 | Print Quality | 10 (wins) |
| 9 | Speed | 9 |
| 7 | Reliability | 10 (wins) |
| 8 | Overall | 9 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 250 × 250 × 260 mm
- 256 × 256 × 256 mm
What owners say
Anycubic's answer to the A1 Combo. Competitive on paper, needs more real-world time.
Kobra 3 Combo owner, r/3DprintingThe P1S is the printer I tell people to buy when they say 'I want something that just works.'
P1S owner, r/3DprintingRefreshing a best seller. The P1S is the strong choice for anyone wanting to print ABS without headaches.
P1S owner, Tom's Hardware
Pros & Cons
Kobra 3 Combo
- +600mm/s multi-color printing at competitive pricing
- +ACE Pro handles 4 colors with less waste than early Bambu AMS
- +WiFi and camera are standard, not paid extras
- −ACE Pro system is newer and less battle-tested than Bambu's AMS
- −Anycubic software isn't as polished as Bambu Studio
P1S
- +HEPA filter actually handles ABS fumes, not just PLA smell
- +CoreXY at 500mm/s inside an enclosed chamber
- +Reliability track record is as good as anything at this price
- −Sold without AMS, which adds another $100-150 on top
- −Enclosure lid has to come off to reach prints mid-job
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 3 Combo better than the Bambu Lab P1S?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1S scores higher (9/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo may be the smarter buy if you need multi-color.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo or Bambu Lab P1S?
Both score 8/10 for beginners. Go with the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo, the cheaper of the two.
Is the Bambu Lab P1S worth paying more for over the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo?
The Bambu Lab P1S scores higher overall (9/10 vs 8/10). The extra money gets you hepa filter actually handles abs fumes, not just pla smell.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo and Bambu Lab P1S?
Build volume (250x250x260mm vs 256x256x256mm) and print speed (600 vs 500 mm/s). The Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo is best for multi-color; the Bambu Lab P1S targets engineering.