Kobra S1C: #1 Best-Selling 3D Printer of 2025 (10k+ Sold Monthly)

Kobra S1 Combo Hits 10,000 Monthly Units: A Milestone of Trust and Innovation

In the fast-evolving world of desktop 3D printing, few achievements speak louder than numbers. With a staggering monthly sales volume surpassing 10,000 units, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo (S1C) has not only secured its place in countless workshops and homes but has also dominated the market as Amazon's #1 best-selling multi-color 3D printer in Q1 of 2025. The S1C has earned glowing endorsements across major tech media platforms, including CNET, TechRadar, and All3DP, underscoring its position as a breakthrough product that bridges innovation, accessibility, and value.

Let’s explore what makes the S1C a top-tier choice—from its design and functionality to the rich ecosystem behind it—cementing user confidence and industry leadership.

Aesthetic Design: Elegance Meets Functionality

At first glance, the Kobra S1 Combo stands out. But its beauty isn't just skin-deep. As a fully enclosed CoreXY multi-color 3D printer, the S1C blends powerful engineering with a minimalist, modern exterior. The enclosure serves both functional and aesthetic purposes—it elegantly conceals complex internal mechanics and electronic components, presenting a clean, cohesive design that feels equally at home in a studio, classroom, or creative workspace.

This thoughtful design has not gone unnoticed. With its sleek, futuristic appearance, the S1C was honored with the prestigious Red Dot Award in 2025, standing out in a crowded field of competitors by demonstrating how intelligent engineering can go hand-in-hand with visual appeal.

Performance Powerhouse: Packed with Features

1.  CoreXY Structure: Stability and Precision

Responding to the growing demand for high-performance printing systems, Anycubic adopted the fully enclosed CoreXY structure for the S1C.

● Faster & More Precise Prints: Unlike moving-bed designs of gantry-style printers, CoreXY keeps the print head stable at high speeds, reducing vibrations and improving accuracy.

● Temperature Control for Better Prints: The enclosed chamber maintains a consistent, warm environment, preventing warping—especially crucial for ABS, ASA, and other high-temperature filaments.

● Safer & Quieter Operation: The sealed design contains fumes (great for ABS printing) and dampens noise, making it ideal for home and office use.

● Material Compatibility: Print PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, and ASA with ease, vastly expanding use cases from prototyping to functional parts.

2.  Multi-Color Printing for Every User

Color is creativity’s best friend—and the S1C makes multi-color printing accessible for everyone, from beginners to professionals:

● Designers, artists, and makers can bring complex, vibrant ideas to life in a single print.

● Manufacturing and educational fields benefit from more accurate and visually intuitive prototypes or teaching aids.

● Healthcare and cultural sectors find it easier to communicate detailed models thanks to color-coded elements.

● DIYers and hobbyists can skip the tedious post-processing steps like painting or color-matching, printing vivid models straight out of the box.

3.  AI-Assisted Printing: Smarter, Smoother, Stress-Free

The S1C is equipped with advanced AI-assisted features that make the printing process smoother and more reliable.

● AI Spaghetti Detection: Automatically pauses prints if errors (like spaghetti messes) are detected.

● Filament Run-Out & Power Loss Recovery: Never lose progress mid-print.

● Belt Tension Monitoring: Ensures optimal performance over time.

● Filament Backup & Auto-Switch: Seamlessly continue printing when one spool runs out.

4.  Built-In Filament Drying: No More Moisture Woes

Moist filament ruins prints—but the S1C solves this problem mid-print.

● One-Click Drying Mode: Uses pre-loaded drying settings for different materials.

● No Separate Dryer Needed: Saves time and eliminates the guesswork.

5.  90% Less Assembly: Truly Plug & Play

The S1C is built for convenience. Compared to earlier generations, it requires 90% fewer assembly steps, making it almost fully pre-assembled out of the box. Whether you're a first-time user or a seasoned 3D printing enthusiast, the setup is intuitive, fast, and frustration-free.

A Robust Ecosystem: Seamless from Start to Finish

The S1C doesn’t exist in isolation. It’s supported by a comprehensive, evolving ecosystem that enhances every part of the user journey—from purchase to print, from creation to community.

1.  Machine Options for Every Need

Anycubic offers a wide selection of FDM printers to suit diverse needs. Whether you’re a beginner seeking simplicity or a pro demanding precision, there's a model tailored to your goals.

2.  Accessories and Parts

A full catalog of accessories ensures longevity and performance. Whether you need maintenance parts or want to enhance your S1C with upgrades, it’s all a click away.

The S1C is compatible with all mainstream filaments, while Anycubic also offers a broad selection of filament types to meet diverse needs. From easy-to-use, budget-friendly PLA to high-performance materials like ABS and TPU, and even specialty filaments with dazzling visual effects—users can choose the right material based on their specific application and budget.

4.  Makeronline: A Growing 3D Model Library

Launched in 2024, Anycubic's official platform Makeronline now hosts nearly 200,000 models created by a growing global community of designers. Users can easily access these models and slice them using our accompanying slicing software.

5.  Optimized Slicing Software

The Anycubic Slicer Next, based on Orca, is optimized specifically for Anycubic printers. It combines robust features with user-friendly design and pre-tuned profiles to maximize print success.

6.  Application and After-Sales Support: Your Printing Companion

● Anycubic's app and cloud platform enable remote printing and real-time monitoring of your print progress.

● Our comprehensive Product Wiki Page provides detailed manuals, firmware updates, troubleshooting guides, and more to ensure you have all the information you need.

● We also have a dedicated YouTube channel where we share after-sales tutorial videos. If you have any questions, our customer support team is always ready to assist you.

7.  Community Engagement and Sharing

Makeronline also hosts weekly model contests with exciting prizes, while Anycubic’s official social media accounts will also hold challenges for global sharing and creativity. Users are encouraged to share prints, exchange ideas, and join challenges—making the 3D printing journey more social and inspiring.

With its eye-catching design, powerful features, intelligent printing support, and a rich ecosystem, the Kobra S1 Combo redefines what users can expect from a consumer-grade 3D printer. It’s versatile, user-friendly, and competitively priced—making professional-level results accessible to anyone.

A monthly sales milestone of 10,000 units is more than a number—it’s a testament to trust. So… are you ready to join the movement?