In this technical comparison between the Anycubic Kobra 2 and the FLSUN S1, 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 ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00.
| Specifications |
Anycubic Kobra 2 |
FLSUN S1 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | May 2023 | November 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 320mm ×430 mm (Cylindrical build area) |
| Speed & Accel | Max speed 300 mm/s (Typical 200 mm/s); Max acceleration 3,000 mm/s² | Max Speed: 1200 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 40,000 mm/s 2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.05 mm – 0.3 mm | 0.1 - 0.35 mm (High-speed optimized) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Upgraded Direct Drive with dual gears | Ultra-light Dual-Gear Direct Drive (High-flow design) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 260°C (60W high-power heater for rapid melting) | 350 °C (80W Ceramic Heater) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard (Volcano-style compatible); features a 7000 rpm cooling fan. | 0.4 mm Hardened Steel (Supports high-flow & abrasive materials) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Up to 110°C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel plate | 120 °C; Textured PEI Spring Steel with Smart Zone Heating |
| Leveling System | LeviQ 2.0 (25-point) with an inductive sensor and a mechanical module for automatic Smart Z-Offset. | Fully Automatic with Microtac Radar (Lidar) & Active Vibration Compensation |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, PLA-CF/GF |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out sensor, Power loss recovery | Filament Runout, Clog Detection, and Filament Weight Monitoring |
| Air Management | None (Open-frame) | Internal Filament Drying Room (Integrated) + HEPA/Carbon Filtration |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | MicroSD Card, USB-C (for PC connection) | Wi-Fi, USB Drive (16GB Internal EMMC + 32GB Flash) |
| Camera & AI | Not supported natively (requires external OctoPrint/Klipper setup for camera) | Built-in 1080p AI Camera (Spaghetti/Debris detection & Timelapse) |
| Remote Mgmt | None (Unlike the Pro/Plus/Max versions, the standard Kobra 2 does not have built-in Wi-Fi or Anycubic App support). | FLSUN OS (Web UI), Mobile App, PC Remote Control |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch LCD Touchscreen | 7-inch "Full-Integration" Color Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Anycubic Slicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer | FLSUN Slicer, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 486 x 440 x 435 mm; Net weight 8.4 kg | 550× 595× 1030 mm; Net Weight: 39 kg |
| Power & Noise | 400W Power Supply; Noted for being somewhat loud due to the high-RPM cooling fans. | 1300W Max (at 220V); Operating Noise: ≤ 55dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (semi-assembled), Spare nozzle, Tool kit, 8GB MicroSD card, Small filament sample. | Toolkit (Wrenches, Cutters, Grease), Spare Nozzle, 200g Test Filament, SD Card/Reader, Spool Rack |
| Price | Approximately $160.00 - $189.00 USD | ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00 |
| Full Details | Kobra 2 - Full Specifications | S1 - Full Specifications |