Compare Anycubic Kobra 2 vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon
In this technical comparison between the Anycubic Kobra 2 and the Elegoo Centauri Carbon, 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 ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD.
| Specifications |
Anycubic Kobra 2 |
Elegoo Centauri Carbon |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | May 2023 | February 2025 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 256× 256× 256 mm |
| Speed & Accel | Max speed 300 mm/s (Typical 200 mm/s); Max acceleration 3,000 mm/s² | Max Speed: 500 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.05 mm – 0.3 mm | 0.1 - 0.4 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Upgraded Direct Drive with dual gears | Hardened Steel Dual-Gear Direct Extruder (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 260°C (60W high-power heater for rapid melting) | 320 °C (60W Ceramic Heater with all-metal heatbreak) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard (Volcano-style compatible); features a 7000 rpm cooling fan. | 0.4 mm "Unicorn" style (Brass with Hardened Steel tip, >60HRC) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Up to 110°C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel plate | 110 °C; Double-sided Magnetic Plate (Side A: Textured PEI / Side B: PLA-Specific "Cold" Surface) |
| Leveling System | LeviQ 2.0 (25-point) with an inductive sensor and a mechanical module for automatic Smart Z-Offset. | Fully Automatic 121-point Calibration with 4 Pressure Sensors (No manual knobs) |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, and Carbon/Glass Fiber reinforced filaments |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out sensor, Power loss recovery | Filament Runout, Power Loss Recovery, and Clog/Tangle Detection |
| Air Management | None (Open-frame) | Fully Enclosed; Internal Temperature Regulator Fan + Nano-Mineral Crystal Filter (Odour/VOC filtration) |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | MicroSD Card, USB-C (for PC connection) | Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), USB Drive (8GB Internal EMMC storage) |
| Camera & AI | Not supported natively (requires external OctoPrint/Klipper setup for camera) | Built-in 720p HD Camera (Real-time monitoring, AI failure detection, and Timelapses) |
| Remote Mgmt | None (Unlike the Pro/Plus/Max versions, the standard Kobra 2 does not have built-in Wi-Fi or Anycubic App support). | Elegoo OS (Klipper-based), Wi-Fi Remote Printing, OTA Firmware updates |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch LCD Touchscreen | 4.3-inch Full-Color Capacitive Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Anycubic Slicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer | Elegoo Slicer (Recommended), OrcaSlicer, Cura |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 486 x 440 x 435 mm; Net weight 8.4 kg | 398× 404× 490 mm; Net Weight: 17.5 kg |
| Power & Noise | 400W Power Supply; Noted for being somewhat loud due to the high-RPM cooling fans. | 1100W Max (at 220V for rapid AC bed heating); Silent Drive Steppers (<50 dB) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (semi-assembled), Spare nozzle, Tool kit, 8GB MicroSD card, Small filament sample. | Printer, Tool Kit, Spare Nozzle, Silicone Cleaning Brush, Waste Purge Bin, 200g Sample Filament, USB Drive |
| Price | Approximately $160.00 - $189.00 USD | ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD |
| Full Details | Kobra 2 - Full Specifications | Centauri Carbon - Full Specifications |