Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo – up to 16-color 3D printing
Anycubic Kobra 2 Max
Big build volume, big potential — without needing a giant budget.
FDM • Large Format Best for: Props, helmets, large parts
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Overall ★★★★☆ Approx. 4/5
Build Volume ★★★★★
Print Quality ★★★★☆
Ease of Use ★★★☆☆
Space / Noise ★★★☆☆

Quick take: Huge build volume for the price — ideal if you actually need big prints and have room for a larger machine.

The Anycubic Kobra 2 Max is what you reach for when you want to print bigger things without spending pro-level money. Helmets, props, organizers, larger functional parts — this is where the Max shines.

What I Like

  • Huge build volume. You can print parts in one piece that would need to be split on smaller machines.
  • Auto-bed leveling. On a bed this big, automatic leveling isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s mandatory.
  • Surprisingly stable large prints. With the right setup, long jobs finish without drama.
  • Strong value for the size. You get a lot of build area for the price.

What I Don’t Like

  • It needs space. This is not a small desk printer — you need a proper spot for it.
  • It’s not quiet. Large motions mean more noise. Normal for the category, but not “stealthy.”
  • Big prints magnify small issues. Any problem in the first layer or leveling gets amplified over many hours.

Who It’s For

This printer makes the most sense if you:

  • Print props, helmets, or cosplay pieces.
  • Want to produce big organizers, boxes, or large functional parts.
  • Have the space for a larger machine.

Final Thoughts

If you don’t have a lot of room, the Kobra 2 Max can be a bit much. But if you do have the space and you actually need the build volume, it’s a very capable large-format printer that punches above its price.