Compare Anycubic Kobra 2 vs Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo
In this technical comparison between the Anycubic Kobra 2 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 $160.00 - $189.00 USD and ~$200 USD.
| Specifications |
Anycubic Kobra 2 |
Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | May 2023 | October 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 220× 220× 250 mm |
| Speed & Accel | Max speed 300 mm/s (Typical 200 mm/s); Max acceleration 3,000 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 | Upgraded Direct Drive with dual gears | Integrated Direct Drive (Short-distance extrusion for better TPU control) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 260°C (60W high-power heater for rapid melting) | 260 °C (60W high-power heating element) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard (Volcano-style compatible); features a 7000 rpm cooling fan. | 0.4 mm Replaceable Brass Nozzle (Proprietary high-speed design) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Up to 110°C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel plate | 110 °C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel Plate |
| Leveling System | LeviQ 2.0 (25-point) with an inductive sensor and a mechanical module for automatic Smart Z-Offset. | LeviQ 2.0 Automatic 25-Point Leveling with Smart Z-Offset (Automatic height calibration) |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out sensor, Power loss recovery | Power Loss Recovery (Filament Runout sensor is Optional/Upgrade) |
| Air Management | None (Open-frame) | Open Frame; 7000 RPM cooling fan for rapid part cooling |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | MicroSD Card, USB-C (for PC connection) | MicroSD Card, USB-C |
| Camera & AI | Not supported natively (requires external OctoPrint/Klipper setup for camera) | No |
| Remote Mgmt | None (Unlike the Pro/Plus/Max versions, the standard Kobra 2 does not have built-in Wi-Fi or Anycubic App support). | Not supported natively (Stand-alone operation via SD card) |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch LCD Touchscreen | 2.4-inch LCD Screen with Rotary Knob Control |
| Compatible Slicers | Anycubic Slicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer | AnycubicSlicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 486 x 440 x 435 mm; Net weight 8.4 kg | 485× 440× 440 mm; Net Weight: 7.3 kg |
| Power & Noise | 400W Power Supply; Noted for being somewhat loud due to the high-RPM cooling fans. | 400W Power Supply; Operating Noise: ~50–55 dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (semi-assembled), Spare nozzle, Tool kit, 8GB MicroSD card, Small filament sample. | Printer modules, Tool Kit, SD Card & Reader, Spare Nozzle, Grease, 10m Test Filament |
| Price | Approximately $160.00 - $189.00 USD | ~$200 USD |
| Full Details | Kobra 2 - Full Specifications | Kobra 2 Neo - Full Specifications |