Creality K1C vs. Creality K2
Both printers compared directly. The better value is marked in green, where this can be determined objectively.
The key differences
- The Creality K2 has the larger build volume (260 × 260 × 260 mm).
| Creality K1C | Creality K2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price range | €200 to €400 | €200 to €400 |
| Price in the manufacturer's shop | €349 (As of 26 Oct 2026) | €359 (As of 26 Oct 2026) |
| Design | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Enclosure | enclosed, chamber passively heated | enclosed, chamber passively heated |
| Build volume | 220 × 220 × 250 mm (12.1 l) | 260 × 260 × 260 mm (17.6 l) |
| Dimensions | 355 × 355 × 482 mm | 404 × 436 × 545 mm |
| Weight | 12.4 kg | 18.3 kg |
| Speed (max.) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Acceleration (max.) | 20,000 mm/s² | 20,000 mm/s² |
| Nozzle (max.) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Print bed (max.) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Extruder | Direct drive (all-metal) with tri-metal quick-change nozzle | Direct drive with step-servo motor |
| Calibration | automatic levelling | automatic levelling |
| Multi-colour printing | optional with CFS and multicolour upgrade kit | optional with CFS (up to 16 colours with four units) |
| Materials (according to the manufacturer) | PLA, PETG, PET, TPU, ABS, ASA, PLA-CF, PETG-CF, PA-CF | PLA, PETG, PET, ABS, PLA-CF |
| Camera | yes, AI camera | yes, 1 chamber camera 720p at 30 fps (no AI nozzle camera) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, USB, app | Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), USB, app |
| Display | 4.3" touchscreen | 4" touchscreen |
Who is which one suitable for?
Creality K1C
For the price-conscious who want a compact enclosed printer for PLA, PETG and CF filaments.
- Enclosed at a low price
- Hardened quick-change nozzle for CF filaments
Creality K2
Users looking for an enclosed printer for PLA, PETG and occasional ABS with optional multi-colour printing.
- Enclosed CoreXY printer with 260 mm build volume
- Multi-colour printing with CFS up to 16 colours
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