Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo vs Longer Orange 4K V2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo ($499, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K V2 ($199, RESIN) use fundamentally different technologies. FDM melts filament layer by layer; resin cures liquid with UV light. Here's how they stack up.
Our Verdict
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo takes the crown with 8.2/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $300.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo | Longer Orange 4K V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499 | $199 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 250 x 250 x 260 mm | 120 x 68 x 195 mm |
| Print Speed | 600 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 12.5 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Overall Score | 8.2/10 | 6/10 |
Pros & Cons
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo
+8 colors out of the box (double the Bambu A1 Combo's 4)
+CoreXY speed at a competitive price
+Improved ACE Pro 2 reduces filament waste on color swaps
+Strong Anycubic slicer with paint-on multi-color tools
−Anycubic software ecosystem still behind Bambu Studio
−Community smaller than Bambu or Creality
−Open frame design (no enclosure)
−ACE Pro 2 adds significant footprint
Longer Orange 4K V2
+Improved light uniformity over V1
+WiFi built in at $199
+Compact and portable
+Decent 4K resolution
−4K resolution below current standard
−Small build plate
−Smaller community than Elegoo
−Long-term reliability less proven
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 Longer Orange 4K V2 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo better than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo scores higher (8.2/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the Longer Orange 4K V2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo or Longer Orange 4K V2?
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 $300 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo scores higher overall (8.2/10 vs 6/10). The extra $300 gets you 8 colors out of the box (double the bambu a1 combo's 4).
What's the main difference between Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo and Longer Orange 4K V2?
Technology: the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.