Anycubic Kobra 3Discontinued
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8.2/10
- Wins
- 3/5
Discontinued. Replaced by the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo.
Anycubic Kobra 3 vs Prusa Core One
- Buy the Prusa Core One.
- The Anycubic Kobra 3 scores higher, 8.2 vs 8.2 out of 10, but it is discontinued.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Prusa Core One
- Speed
- 500 mm/s
- Score
- 8.2/10
- Wins
- 2/5
The verdict
Buy the Prusa Core One.
The Kobra 3 scores higher but is discontinued. Outstanding print quality and the best support in the business. The price premium is real, though. If you don't care about the Prusa ecosystem specifically, there are better deals. If you do, it's worth every krona.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Kobra 3Anycubic · FDM
vsPrusa Core OnePrusa Research · FDM
| Kobra 3 | Spec | Prusa Core One |
|---|---|---|
| 16.3 L (wins) | Build volume | 14.8 L |
| 600 mm/s (wins) | Top speed | 500 mm/s |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 9 kg | Weight | 22.5 kg |
Features
| Kobra 3 | Feature | Prusa Core One |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | CoreXY | No |
| Yes | Auto bed leveling | No |
| Yes | WiFi | No |
| Yes | Camera | No |
| Yes | Direct drive | No |
| No | Enclosed CoreXY with active chamber heating (55C) | Yes |
| No | Nextruder direct drive (10:1 planetary) | Yes |
| No | 360-degree cooling duct | Yes |
| No | Ethernet + WiFi + NFC | Yes |
| No | MMU3 multi-material compatible | Yes |
| No | Open-source firmware (PrusaSlicer) | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| Kobra 3 | Spec | Prusa Core One |
|---|---|---|
| 9 (wins) | Value | 6 |
| 8 (wins) | Beginner Friendliness | 7 |
| 8 | Print Quality | 10 (wins) |
| 9 (wins) | Speed | 8 |
| 7 | Reliability | 10 (wins) |
| 8.2 | Overall | 8.2 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 250 × 250 × 260 mm
- 250 × 220 × 270 mm
What owners say
600mm/s CoreXY for [this price] is wild. Anycubic has really stepped up their game.
Kobra 3 owner, r/3DprintingSolid standalone machine. Add the ACE Pro later if you want multi-color.
Kobra 3 owner, Teaching Tech (YouTube)Finally, Prusa takes on Bambu! The Core One is better in a box.
Prusa Core One owner, Tom's HardwareRail smoothness holds up well after months of hard use, minimal belt wear, and consistent chamber heat stability.
Prusa Core One owner, Prusa ForumIf you value open source and lifetime support, Prusa is still the gold standard. Just bring your wallet.
Prusa Core One owner, r/3Dprinting
Pros & Cons
Kobra 3
- +CoreXY at 600mm/s at this price is Bambu A1 territory
- +WiFi and camera come standard without paying extra
- +Add the ACE Pro multi-color system later if you want it
- −Anycubic's slicer software is behind Bambu Studio in polish and usability
- −No multi-color out of the box: the A1 Combo already includes it
Prusa Core One
- +Prusa reliability is not marketing. It's earned over years.
- +55C active chamber heating handles demanding materials
- +Fully open-source, no vendor lock-in anywhere
- −The assembled price is hard to justify against the Bambu alternatives
- −Build volume is smaller than what you'd expect at this price
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 better than the Prusa Core One?
They tie at 8.2/10. The Anycubic Kobra 3 suits speed and beginners, while the Prusa Core One is aimed at precision and professional.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Kobra 3 or Prusa Core One?
The Anycubic Kobra 3 is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 7/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Prusa Core One worth paying more for over the Anycubic Kobra 3?
The Anycubic Kobra 3 actually scores higher (8.2/10) despite costing less. The Prusa Core One only makes sense if you specifically need precision.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Kobra 3 and Prusa Core One?
Build volume (250x250x260mm vs 250x220x270mm) and print speed (600 vs 500 mm/s). The Anycubic Kobra 3 is best for speed; the Prusa Core One targets precision.