# Anycubic Kobra S1

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/anycubic-kobra-s1
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/3d-printers
- Placement: #17 of 20 in 3D Printers, F tier
- Brand: Anycubic
- LP on this board: 87
- Last researched: 2026-10-15T01:30:25.250Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
- Dataset: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22062813 - every board at once, one dated snapshot per release, same licence, prices and photographs left out
- Reuse: Text, rankings, tier assignments, LP values and verdicts are free to quote and reuse with attribution to stierproducts and a link to the source URL (CC BY 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Product photographs are not covered: they belong to their respective owners and are reproduced to illustrate the product being reviewed. Do not redistribute them under this licence.

## Verdict

The worst ownership record here: owner reports of repeated hotend failures including a melting unit, QC described as Anycubic's chronic weakness, and support described as terrible. It trades blows with the P1S on paper output, but paper output is not what this lens buys. The tempting price is the trap. Buy the Bambu Lab P1S instead.

## For

- Trades blows with the Bambu P1S on paper output
- Competitive hardware performance
- Enclosed multicolor printing at a lower tier than its main rival
- Competitive on speed in a head-to-head against the Bambu P1S
- Strong long-term value in reviewer comparison

## Against

- Owner reports of repeated hotend failures, including a melting unit
- QC described as Anycubic's chronic weakness
- Support described by owners as terrible
- The tempting price is not worth the headache, per owners
- Ownership cost rises, making it a risky choice

## Flagged as one to avoid

This product entered 7 of 16 runs as one buyers cross-shop but should not buy, rather than as a pick. It is published here rather than dropped.

## Evidence

Consolidated from 57 cited sources across 49 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Nuno Silva | Nuno Silva | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TiZc3Lj5E1w | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Rob Coleman | B | https://www.facebook.com/groups/575680815243967/posts/982359467909431/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Greedy 3D | Greedy 3D | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeCTqp2Ra5w | fetched and confirmed |
| 3D Revolution | 3D Revolution | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfwtexLrdFU | fetched and confirmed |
| TechRadar | techradar.com | B | https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-precision-and-quality-of-the-print-finish-are-exceptional-we-love-the-beginner-friendly-anycubic-kobra-s1-combo-3d-printer-and-its-got-a-massive-discount-right-now | fetched and confirmed |
| Makers101 | Nik | D | https://makers101.com/kobra-s1-max-combo-honest-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Mr Resin | Mr Resin | B | https://mrresin.es/en/blogs/mr-resin-3d-blog/kobra-s1-max-combo-review?srsltid=AfmBOop1866j1pkcDPRWCT3Pc5Eb-4GGh_s6vY2_24n8SjIfN3Hv0GsI | fetched and confirmed |
| Tiny Epoch | Tiny Epoch | B | https://tinyepoch.com/reviews/anycubic-kobra-s1 | fetched and confirmed |
| DraftID | DraftID | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUGHOgIGNl4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Elevated MakerSpace | Elevated MakerSpace | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNiaLHy7hVw | fetched and confirmed |
| The Larkins Life | The Larkins Life | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpL_gDuBTOQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Hazel & Jayson 3D Prints | Hazel & Jayson 3D Prints | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdgahf978cE | fetched and confirmed |
| Aurora Tech | Aurora Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOnkRG7MBfY | fetched and confirmed |
| The Next Layer | The Next Layer | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMSSOvPMAls | fetched and confirmed |
| Advanced Geekery | Advanced Geekery | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lvjt7eXVj7o | fetched and confirmed |
| Nicole Balian | Nicole Balian | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYXOyLBfskU | fetched and confirmed |
| Rad Dad's Print Lab | Rad Dad's Print Lab | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAhGLgp3L4k | fetched and confirmed |
| 3D Printed Props | 3D Printed Props | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBRLHNmjFf4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Plentiful Props 3D | Plentiful Props 3D | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CegWOtiPUA | fetched and confirmed |
| Hahakenny | Hahakenny | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rc2UCoZ5xo | fetched and confirmed |
| Anthony Figueroa Inspiring to Create | Anthony Figueroa Inspiring to Create | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHA4OzymKm8 | fetched and confirmed |
| JJ Shankles | JJ Shankles | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQoyjmcKQpM | fetched and confirmed |
| CoshTech | CoshTech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiUgG_KQcJo | fetched and confirmed |
| Greedy 3D | Greedy 3D | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyrppn_yyls | fetched and confirmed |
| CoshTech | CoshTech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RufjBPBb73w | fetched and confirmed |
| Crydteamprinting | Crydteamprinting | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlDbqrbOVrE | fetched and confirmed |
| Greedy 3D | Greedy 3D | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FStK_-bITM0 | fetched and confirmed |
| EBPMAN Tech Reviews | EBPMAN Tech Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFmBGSC6x5k | fetched and confirmed |
| CraftingbyMayra | CraftingbyMayra | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_5Ik8b5w3Q | fetched and confirmed |
| 3D Print Rancher | 3D Print Rancher | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JehX1RtK3Ds | fetched and confirmed |
| The Real Sam Prentice | The Real Sam Prentice | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40cBVHkeGWg | fetched and confirmed |
| VogMan | VogMan | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYD0fDz2FnU | fetched and confirmed |
| 3DPUK TECH CHANNEL | 3DPUK TECH CHANNEL | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkf9LRUPLoU | fetched and confirmed |
| Scratch 3DPrinting | Scratch 3DPrinting | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1AgkV99_3E | fetched and confirmed |
| BuildDanielBuild | BuildDanielBuild | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P70Ovh7XQ2Q | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech In Black | Tech In Black | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPT5ekQeZHo | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | C | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1152907446440414/posts/1383442006720289/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Chad DIY | Chad DIY | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nl0jlwXv7Mo | fetched and confirmed |
| Goodprints3d | goodprints3d.com | C | https://www.goodprints3d.com/blogs/3d/anycubic-kobra-s1-max-review-for-large-enclosed-build-volume-and-buyers-who-need-real-room-without-jumping-industrial?srsltid=AfmBOorH3Wm1W4RULIuim_7Sh2l9_zH6gNvbzcswgKxk0BU5FKt1cLvM | fetched and confirmed |
| Notebookcheck | Silvio Werner | B | https://www.notebookcheck.net/Anycubic-Kobra-S1-ACE-2-Pro-3D-printer-launches-with-16-colors-filament-drying-and-discount.1277337.0.html | fetched and confirmed |
| Mr Resin | Mr Resin | B | https://mrresin.es/en/blogs/mr-resin-3d-blog/kobra-s1-max-analysis?srsltid=AfmBOoreYfpHeXXA9xsLZxj90BdGmDdCEjMle5RyH1lzi235ivq1awAl | fetched and confirmed |
| Where Nerdy is Cool! | Where Nerdy is Cool! | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4QHXoH2EUs | fetched and confirmed |
| Little Mod Shop | Little Mod Shop | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHTI85WCkPE | fetched and confirmed |
| Just Vlad | Just Vlad | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYMC3xaB3g4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Doug Does Stuff! | Doug Does Stuff! | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2ipVQtRPk0 | fetched and confirmed |
| 3DPrinterMike | 3DPrinterMike | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYnk_inc9B8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Tony Kramer (TKMakes) | Tony Kramer (TKMakes) | D | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gv-AiCVoLwk | fetched and confirmed |
| Embrace Making | Embrace Making | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ds9hsgAPJso | fetched and confirmed |
| If I Can Do it, You Can Do it. 3D Printing. | If I Can Do it, You Can Do it. 3D Printing. | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIXhEB92u0M | fetched and confirmed |
| 3D Print Rancher | 3D Print Rancher | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSVit97q5Cs | fetched and confirmed |
| Startup Chuck | Startup Chuck | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oTSVVxP4fQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Rist Innovations | Rist Innovations | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lATzcSn9V60 | fetched and confirmed |
| r/3Dprinting | - | - | https://www.reddit.com/r/3Dprinting/comments/1oj1yd4/shoutout_to_anycubic_for_making_the_worst_printer/ | outlet blocks automated checks |
| Crushr Reviews | Crushr Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=at2__aWE1ac | fetched and confirmed |
| Smith3D Malaysia | linda_ahmad69 | S | https://www.smith3d.com/shop/3d-printers/enclosed-printers/kobra-s1/?srsltid=AfmBOopNJ1SVbg32mUJxrZe0kOhDEl_LuGeWriZijB76K5s6CWn0HKSq | fetched and confirmed |
| Mr Resin | Mr Resin | B | https://mrresin.es/en/blogs/mr-resin-3d-blog/anycubic-kobra-s-1?srsltid=AfmBOooFXnuIJRb4jyRGNnWQkAUajp-E0AUhIEUUeweEiDk3nUKjixht | fetched and confirmed |
| TechRadar | techradar.com | B | https://www.techradar.com/best/best-3d-printers | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Bambu Lab X2D | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/bambu-lab-x2d |
| 2 | Bambu Lab P2S | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/bambu-lab-p2s |
| 12 | Formlabs Form 4 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/formlabs-form-4 |
| 13 | Formlabs Form Studio 1 | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/formlabs-form-studio-1 |
| 14 | Bambu Lab P1S | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/bambu-lab-p1s |
| 15 | Anycubic Kobra X | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/anycubic-kobra-x |
| 16 | Qidi Tech Q2 | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/qidi-tech-q2 |
| 18 | Creality K2 Plus | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/creality-k2-plus |
| 19 | Flashforge Adventurer 5M | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/flashforge-adventurer-5m |
| 20 | Creality Ender 3 Pro | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/creality-ender-3-pro |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/3d-printers.

## What this tier means

- F: Avoid. The evidence points you elsewhere.

## How to read this

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