ELEGOO 3D Printers: Centauri and Mars Models Compared (2026)
ELEGOO made its name with affordable resin printers and now also sells fast, low-priced CoreXY filament printers. Which ELEGOO printer should you buy? Here are the 7 models we have checked on Amazon.com.
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Key takeaways
- Filament: the Centauri 2 is a fast open-frame CoreXY printer with auto calibration at $279.
- Color: the Centauri 2 Combo adds the four-color CANVAS system.
- Resin: the Mars 5 Ultra, with auto leveling and a 9K screen.
- The Centauri 2 is not enclosed. ELEGOO’s enclosed model is the Centauri Carbon 2.
ELEGOO at a glance
ELEGOO is a Chinese manufacturer based in Shenzhen, founded in 2015. The brand became known for affordable resin printers (Mars, Saturn), then expanded into filament printers with the Neptune (moving bed) and Centauri (CoreXY) series. It also sells its own resins and filaments.
For its recent filament printers, ELEGOO provides ElegooSlicer, based on OrcaSlicer. For resin, a dedicated slicer such as Chitubox or VoxelDance Tango is used, depending on the model.
ELEGOO printers on Amazon.com
| Model | Type | Build volume | Enclosed | Multicolor | Price* | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELEGOO Mars 5 | Resin | 143 × 90 × 150 mm (5.6 × 3.5 × 5.9 in) | – | – | $237.99 | View* |
| ELEGOO Centauri 2 | Filament | 256 × 256 × 256 mm (10.1 × 10.1 × 10.1 in) | – | Optional | $279 | View* |
| ELEGOO Centauri 2 Combo | Filament | 256 × 256 × 256 mm (10.1 × 10.1 × 10.1 in) | – | Included | $329 | View* |
| ELEGOO Mars 5 Ultra | Resin | 153 × 78 × 165 mm (6 × 3.1 × 6.5 in) | – | – | $356.98 | View* |
| ELEGOO Saturn 4 (12K) | Resin | 219 × 123 × 220 mm (8.6 × 4.8 × 8.7 in) | – | – | $379.99 | View* |
| ELEGOO Centauri Carbon 2 Combo | Filament | 256 × 256 × 256 mm (10.1 × 10.1 × 10.1 in) | Yes | Included | $399 | View* |
| ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra 12K | Resin | 219 × 123 × 220 mm (8.6 × 4.8 × 8.7 in) | – | – | $593.99 | View* |
* Prices checked on Amazon.com. Build volume according to the manufacturer.
Which ELEGOO printer should you buy?
Fast CoreXY at an entry price
ELEGOO Centauri 2
A CoreXY printer with up to 500 mm/s (manufacturer), full auto calibration with pre-print checks, a 350 °C nozzle and a 256 × 256 × 256 mm build volume. It has an open frame, so it is made for PLA, PETG and TPU. Its software ecosystem is smaller than Bambu Lab’s.
View on Amazon*Multicolor at a low price
ELEGOO Centauri 2 Combo
The Centauri 2 with the four-color CANVAS system, which recognizes spools by RFID and refills automatically according to ELEGOO. One of the cheapest multicolor CoreXY printers in our database. Open frame, like the Centauri 2.
View on Amazon*Need an enclosure for ABS and ASA? The Centauri Carbon 2 Combo* ($399) adds an enclosed chamber with a smart grille to the four-color CANVAS system, according to ELEGOO.
Resin, easiest to use
ELEGOO Mars 5 Ultra
A resin printer with a 7-inch 9K mono screen, smart automatic leveling, print detection and Wi-Fi. Made for very detailed miniatures and figures. The price shown is the regular price: Prime members were offered a lower price when we checked.
View on Amazon*Strengths and limits of ELEGOO
- Strengths: low prices, a strong resin range, fast CoreXY filament printers, its own resins and filaments.
- Limits: software and model library less integrated than Bambu Lab’s; the low-cost Centauri 2 has no enclosure.
FAQ
Is the ELEGOO Centauri 2 enclosed?
No. ELEGOO markets the Centauri 2 and the Centauri 2 Combo as open-frame printers. The enclosed model is the Centauri Carbon 2. For ABS and ASA, choose an enclosed printer.
Which ELEGOO resin printer is best for beginners?
The Mars 5 Ultra, thanks to its automatic leveling and print detection. Whatever the model, resin printing needs gloves, isopropyl alcohol and a well-ventilated room.
Is the Centauri 2 good for beginners?
Based on its specifications, yes: full auto calibration and a fast CoreXY design at an entry-level price. Its software is a little less integrated than Bambu Lab’s.