Compare Anycubic Kobra 2 Max vs Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo
In this technical comparison between the Anycubic Kobra 2 Max and the Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two 3D Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approximately $399.00 - $449.00 USD and ~$200 USD.
| Specifications |
Anycubic Kobra 2 Max |
Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | September 2023 | October 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 420 x 420 x 500 mm (88.2 Liters) | 220× 220× 250 mm |
| Speed & Accel | Max speed 500 mm/s (Typical 300 mm/s); Max acceleration 10,000 mm/s² | Max Speed: 250 mm/s (Recommended: 150 mm/s); Acceleration: 2,500 mm/s2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.05 mm – 0.3 mm | 0.05-0.3 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Self-developed Direct Drive with Double Gears | Integrated Direct Drive (Short-distance extrusion for better TPU control) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 260°C (Standard hotend) | 260 °C (60W high-power heating element) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard (Proprietary high-speed design); Volcano-style length for high flow rates. | 0.4 mm Replaceable Brass Nozzle (Proprietary high-speed design) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Up to 90°C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel plate | 110 °C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel Plate |
| Leveling System | LeviQ 2.0 (49-point) with Smart Z-Offset (Load cell based) | LeviQ 2.0 Automatic 25-Point Leveling with Smart Z-Offset (Automatic height calibration) |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS (requires enclosure for best results) | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out sensor, Vibration compensation (G-Sensor), Flow control | Power Loss Recovery (Filament Runout sensor is Optional/Upgrade) |
| Air Management | None (Open-frame design) | Open Frame; 7000 RPM cooling fan for rapid part cooling |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi (Antenna included), 3x USB ports | MicroSD Card, USB-C |
| Camera & AI | Optional/Add-on. Supports Anycubic’s USB camera for remote monitoring and time-lapses | No |
| Remote Mgmt | Anycubic APP (Online slicing, cloud library, remote control) | Not supported natively (Stand-alone operation via SD card) |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen | 2.4-inch LCD Screen with Rotary Knob Control |
| Compatible Slicers | Anycubic Slicer Next, PrusaSlicer, Cura, OrcaSlicer | AnycubicSlicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 740 x 735 x 640 mm (HWD); Net weight 21 kg | 485× 440× 440 mm; Net Weight: 7.3 kg |
| Power & Noise | 500W Power Supply; ~55–60 dB (fans are notably loud due to the high-speed cooling requirements) | 400W Power Supply; Operating Noise: ~50–55 dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (semi-assembled), Wi-Fi antenna, Touchscreen, Print head, Tool kit, USB drive, Small filament sample. | Printer modules, Tool Kit, SD Card & Reader, Spare Nozzle, Grease, 10m Test Filament |
| Price | Approximately $399.00 - $449.00 USD | ~$200 USD |
| Full Details | Kobra 2 Max - Full Specifications | Kobra 2 Neo - Full Specifications |