Anycubic
Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo
Open-frame 250 x 250 x 260 mm printer bundled with a 4-slot ACE Pro for multicolor PLA and PETG
Best for Multicolor PLA models and signsBest for Hobbyists on a mid-range budgetBest for Toys, figurines and labelsBest for Users who want an open-source slicer
Overview
The Kobra 3 Combo pairs an open-frame bed-slinger with Anycubic's ACE Pro four-slot filament unit, giving 4-color printing out of the box and 8 colors with a second ACE Pro. It lists a 250 x 250 x 260 mm build volume, 600 mm/s maximum speed, 300°C hotend and LeviQ 3.0 auto-leveling. The official store currently shows it as sold out.
What it is
The Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo is an open-frame FDM printer sold as a bundle with the ACE Pro, Anycubic's four-slot filament unit for multicolor printing. Anycubic's official store lists a 250 x 250 x 260 mm build volume, a short-distance direct drive extruder, a dual-Z gantry and LeviQ 3.0 auto-leveling with Z-offset.
Availability is the first thing to check. As of October 2026, the official store shows the Kobra 3 Combo as sold out, with only an EU plug variant listed. The same page says that orders placed while it is out of stock are fulfilled with a Kobra 4 Combo at no extra cost. Anycubic also sells a Kobra 3 V2 Combo with a slightly larger 255 x 255 x 260 mm build volume, though it was also marked sold out on the global store.
Key specs that matter
- Build volume: 250 x 250 x 260 mm, a common size for desktop printers.
- Speed: Anycubic lists 600 mm/s maximum and 300 mm/s as the recommended print speed, with acceleration of 20,000 mm/s² maximum and 10,000 mm/s² recommended.
- Hotend: Up to 300°C, with a 0.4 mm brass nozzle as standard and 0.6 mm and 0.8 mm options.
- Bed: Up to 110°C on a PEI spring steel plate.
- Multicolor: The included ACE Pro feeds four spools. Eight colors need a second ACE Pro. Anycubic's FAQ says multicolor printing is not possible without the ACE Pro, and TPU cannot be fed through it.
- Smart features: AI spaghetti detection, filament entanglement detection and power loss resume are listed. The camera is an optional 720P accessory, not included.
- Controls: A 4.3-inch tilting touchscreen, the Anycubic app, slicer software, and USB for printing from a drive.
Who it suits
The Kobra 3 Combo fits buyers who want multicolor PLA and PETG prints, such as signs, toys, labels and decorative models, without moving up to an enclosed machine. The 250 mm class build plate handles most household and hobby parts. Anycubic Slicer is open source, and the FAQ notes that Cura or OrcaSlicer can also be used for multicolor slicing, which helps people who already have a preferred workflow.
It is less suited to people who mainly want engineering materials. The printer's own material list covers PLA, PETG and TPU, and the open frame offers no protection against drafts, which matters for warp-prone filaments.
What to know before buying
- Stock: Because the official store lists it as sold out, buyers may end up with the Kobra 4 Combo or the Kobra 3 V2 Combo instead. Compare those listings before ordering.
- Materials: ABS, ASA, PA and PC appear only in the ACE Pro compatibility list, not in the printer's own spec table. Without an enclosure, these are hard to print reliably.
- Filament drying: The ACE Pro dries filament while printing, but Anycubic's FAQ says drying is controlled by the printer, so the unit cannot dry filament on its own.
- Footprint: The printer measures 452.9 x 504.7 x 483 mm, and the ACE Pro adds a separate box about 366 x 283 x 235 mm that Anycubic says should sit on the left side.
- Multicolor waste: Single-nozzle color changes purge filament on every swap, so multicolor prints use more material and take longer than single-color prints.
- Warranty: Anycubic lists a 1-year warranty on printers, a 14-day no-reason return and a 30-day after-sales guarantee.
Specifications
| Type | FDM |
|---|---|
| Price | Check current price |
| Build volume | 250×250×260 mm |
| Max speed | 600 mm/s |
| Multicolor | Yes (ACE Pro (included, 4 colors; 8 colors with a second ACE Pro)) |
| Enclosed | No |
| Auto bed leveling | Yes |
| Connectivity | Anycubic app, USB drive (print only) |
| Noise | Not listed |
| Release year | 2024 |
Pros and cons
Pros
- The bundled ACE Pro gives four-color printing out of the box, and a second unit expands it to eight colors.
- A 250 x 250 x 260 mm build volume handles most household, hobby and cosplay parts in one piece.
- LeviQ 3.0 auto-leveling with Z-offset reduces manual bed setup before the first print.
- The 300°C hotend and 110°C PEI spring steel bed cover PLA, PETG and TPU with headroom.
- AI spaghetti detection, filament entanglement detection and power loss resume are listed as standard features.
- Anycubic Slicer is open source, and Anycubic says Cura and OrcaSlicer can also be used for multicolor jobs.
Cons
- The official store lists it as sold out with only an EU plug variant, so buying new may not be possible.
- The open frame offers no enclosure, so ABS and ASA are difficult to print without warping or cracking.
- The camera is an optional 720P accessory, so remote monitoring and AI detection need an extra purchase.
- TPU cannot be fed through the ACE Pro, so flexible filament is limited to single-color printing.
- The ACE Pro cannot dry filament on its own because drying is controlled by the printer.
- Single-nozzle color changes purge filament on every swap, which adds material waste and print time.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo still sold?
As of October 2026, Anycubic's official store shows it as sold out, with only an EU plug variant listed. The page says orders placed while it is out of stock receive a Kobra 4 Combo at no extra cost. Anycubic also lists a Kobra 3 V2 Combo.
Can the Kobra 3 Combo print ABS or ASA?
The printer's spec table lists PLA, PETG and TPU. ABS and ASA appear only in the ACE Pro compatibility list, and the open frame makes these warp-prone materials hard to print reliably. An enclosed printer is a better fit for regular ABS or ASA work.
Can it print multicolor without the ACE Pro?
No. Anycubic's FAQ says multicolor printing requires the ACE Pro. One unit gives four colors and two units give eight colors.
Does the Kobra 3 Combo include a camera?
No. Anycubic lists the 720P HD camera as optional. It is needed for remote video monitoring.
Does it work with third-party filament and slicers?
Anycubic does not restrict filament brands in its listing, and the ACE Pro accepts standard spools of supported materials. Anycubic Slicer is open source, and the FAQ says Cura and OrcaSlicer can be used for multicolor slicing, although Anycubic recommends its own slicer.
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Verdict
The Kobra 3 Combo suits buyers who want affordable four-color PLA and PETG printing in a 250 mm class build volume, if they can still find one new. Anyone who needs ABS or ASA, or who wants a machine that is actively stocked on the official store, should look at the Kobra 4 Combo, Kobra 3 V2 Combo or an enclosed printer instead.
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