Anycubic Kobra 2 Max
$399
Anycubic · FDM
Anycubic Kobra 2 Max
420x420x500mm open-frame FDM at $399, discontinued. One of the biggest consumer beds before Elegoo overtook it.
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How It Scores
Pros
- +420x420x500mm for $399 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
Cons
- −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
- −Discontinued: Anycubic no longer supports this model
What Owners Say
“420mm bed for $399. Anycubic has cracked the large-format budget code.”
— r/cosplay
“Printed a full set of armor gauntlets in one run. These huge-bed printers change what's possible.”
— r/3Dprinting
Specs
| Build Volume | 420 x 420 x 500 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.05mm - 0.35mm |
| Max Print Speed | 500 mm/s |
| Weight | 20.5 kg |
| Type | FDM (Filament) |
| Features | 420x420x500mm build, Auto bed leveling, Direct drive, PEI build plate, WiFi |
Verdict
Discontinued and replaced by better options. The Elegoo Neptune 4 Max offers comparable volume with active Klipper support at a similar price. Only buy this if the discount is significant.
You'll Also Need
Things you'll want before your first print.
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