Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo vs Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 27, 2026
As of Oct 27, 2026, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo costs $399 and the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ costs $549, so the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo is $150 cheaper. The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo has a published review score and ranks #1 in our 3D printers ranking; the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ is not scored yet. Pick the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo for easy multi color printing on a budget. Pick the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ for beginners who want small, clean prints and Prusa support.
- Build volume
- 250 x 250 x 250 mm
- Max speed
- 600 mm/s
- Multicolor
- 4 colors
- Enclosure
- Yes
The Kobra S1 Combo is a good value enclosed printer for people who want multi color prints without much fuss. It runs quietly and its ACE Pro unit also dries filament. Skip it if you hate waste or want deep firmware control, since color swaps purge filament and settings are limited.
Full Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo review →- Build volume
- 180 x 180 x 180 mm
- Max speed
- No max speed published
- Multicolor
- No
- Enclosure
- No
The MINI+ is a small, well built Prusa that reviewers praised for print quality and easy setup. It suits beginners and print farms that only need small parts and want Prusa support. Skip it if you want more than a 180 mm cube or multi color, since the A1 mini offers both for less.
Full Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ review →Side by side
| Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo | Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399 | $549 |
| 3 year cost | $399 | $549 |
| Our score | 7.9/10 | Not scored yet |
| Rank in 3D printers | #1 | #14 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year for buyers outside the EU, including the US (Prusa knowledge base) |
| Build volume | 250 x 250 x 250 mm | 180 x 180 x 180 mm |
| Print speed | Up to 600 mm/s (300 mm/s recommended), 20,000 mm/s² acceleration | No max speed published; Prusa says Input Shaper and Pressure Advance make it faster than before |
| Multi color | Yes, 4 colors with one ACE Pro; 8 colors with two | No |
| Enclosure | Yes, fully enclosed with LED lights | No, open frame; the store listing is named Enclosure Bundle |
| Auto leveling | Yes, LeviQ 3.0 with Z offset | Yes, automatic mesh bed leveling with the SuperPINDA probe |
| Max nozzle temp | 320 °C | 280 C |
| Heated bed | Yes, up to 120 °C, PEI spring steel plate | Yes, up to 100 C |
| Filament types | PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU 95A (single color only); FAQ also lists PC, PA and fiber filled | PLA, PETG, ASA, ABS, PC, CPE, PVA, PVB, HIPS, PP, Flex, nylon and filled materials (Prusa) |
| Connectivity | Anycubic app, slicer software, USB drive | USB port, RJ-45 Ethernet, optional Wi-Fi module; Prusa Connect |
| Camera | Yes, 480P HD camera | n/a |
| Noise | 46 dB or less standard, 44 dB or less quiet mode (Anycubic claim) | n/a |
| Assembly | About 15 minutes from unboxing to first print (Anycubic claim) | Semi assembled; includes a free beginner 3D printing course |
| Weight | 18 kg printer, 4.6 kg ACE Pro | 4.5 kg; 380 x 330 x 380 mm without spool holder and external PSU |
| Best for | easy multi color printing on a budget | beginners who want small, clean prints and Prusa support |
| Skip if | you want low waste or deep tuning | you want a bigger build or multi color for less |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo
- TechRadar (4.5/5): Scored 27 of 30 on a print quality test with about 0.21 mm average X/Y error. A 43 minute single color print became a 14 hour multi color print. Source
- Notebookcheck: Measured 44 dB(A) at one meter. Quality was best up to about 200 mm/s, and nozzle cleaning plus purging caused significant waste. Source
Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+
- Tom's Hardware: Called it professional quality on a small scale and good for newcomers. A torture test model ran over 20 hours without problems; print issues traced back to damp filament. Source
- All3DP: Called it an easy recommendation with exceptional print quality and a great interface. Cons were Bowden extruder problems, no carry handle and Wi-Fi not yet available at review time. Source
Pros and cons
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo
Pros
- Strong value for a 4 color enclosed printer
- Quiet, about 44 dB measured by Notebookcheck
- ACE Pro dries filament as it feeds
- Fast setup of about 10 minutes per TechRadar
Cons
- Multi color prints are much slower
- Purging wastes filament
- Needs two power outlets
- Limited firmware settings per Notebookcheck
Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+
Pros
- Strong print quality in reviews
- Automatic mesh bed leveling
- Ethernet built in
- Wide filament support
Cons
- Small 180 x 180 x 180 mm build volume
- Costs more than the Bambu A1 mini
- Bowden extruder caused issues for All3DP
- Wi-Fi is an optional module
- Only a 1 year warranty in the US
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo or the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+?
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo has a published review score and ranks #1 in our 3D printers ranking; the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ is not scored yet. Pick the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo for easy multi color printing on a budget. Pick the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+ for beginners who want small, clean prints and Prusa support.
Which is cheaper?
The Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo at $399, versus $549 for the Prusa Research Original Prusa MINI+, checked Oct 27, 2026.
What is the difference between the Kobra S1 Combo and the Original Prusa MINI+?
Build volume: 250 x 250 x 250 mm on the Kobra S1 Combo, 180 x 180 x 180 mm on the Original Prusa MINI+. Print speed: Up to 600 mm/s (300 mm/s recommended), 20,000 mm/s² acceleration on the Kobra S1 Combo, No max speed published; Prusa says Input Shaper and Pressure Advance make it faster than… on the Original Prusa MINI+. Multi color: Yes, 4 colors with one ACE Pro; 8 colors with two on the Kobra S1 Combo, No on the Original Prusa MINI+.
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