Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo and Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro are both FDM 3D printers competing in different tiers, $499 vs $259. Both are scored across value, beginner-friendliness, quality, speed, and reliability. Here's the full breakdown.
Our Verdict
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo takes the crown with 8.2/10 vs 8/10. It pulls ahead in Speed, Reliability. That said, the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro saves you $240 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo | Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499 | $259 |
| Type | FDM | FDM |
| Build Volume | 250 x 250 x 260 mm | 225 x 225 x 265 mm |
| Print Speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 12.5 kg | 10.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 8.2/10 | 8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Anycubic 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
+Paint-on multi-color tools in the Anycubic slicer are genuinely good
−Anycubic's software is solid but still behind Bambu Studio
−Community is smaller than Bambu or Creality
−No enclosure
−ACE Pro 2 takes up a lot of desk space
Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro
+Linear rails at $259 is a feature you normally pay $400+ for
+Klipper pre-installed with decent out-of-box profiles
+500mm/s sustained prints well with stock settings
+Build quality feels more solid than the price suggests
−Early units shipped with firmware bugs that needed patching
−Elegoo's support community is a fraction of Creality's size
−No WiFi means USB-only printing
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo if you want:
- A great printer for multi-color
- A great printer for speed
- A great printer for beginners
- 8-color ACE Pro 2 multi-color system
- CoreXY architecture
- Auto bed leveling
Choose the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for speed
- Klipper firmware
- Auto bed leveling
- Direct drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo better than the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo scores higher (8.2/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo or Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro?
Both score 8/10 for beginners. Go with the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro to save $240.
Is the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo worth $240 more than the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro?
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo scores higher overall (8.2/10 vs 8/10). The extra $240 gets you 8 colors out of the box, double what the bambu a1 combo offers.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo and Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro?
Build volume (250x250x260mm vs 225x225x265mm) and print speed (600 vs 500 mm/s). The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo is best for multi-color; the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro targets budget.