Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Creality HALOT-MAGE PRO 8K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Two resin printers with a monochrome LCD screen: the Photon Mono 4 Ultra costs €300 less and has a finer XY resolution, the HALOT-MAGE PRO 8K has a much larger volume. The choice depends on the size of the parts you print.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 599 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 33.3 × 27 × 60.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 13.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 228 × 128 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 230 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | 170 |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 29.7 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 128 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 29.7 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | — | 8 mW/cm² |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 170 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system supports standard file formats derived from the main slicing software on the market, offering full compatibility with Anycubic Photon Workshop. The native application provides advanced tools for optimal model orientation, automatic or manual generation of complex supports, and geometric resin compensation to prevent shrinkage issues. Although the printer includes network connectivity features for optional remote monitoring of the work cycle and file transfer via local network, all fundamental configuration and printing operations remain fully accessible offline via the integrated touch screen and USB input. | The software ecosystem relies on the proprietary HALOT BOX application, developed to optimize model layout and automatic support generation. The user interface simplifies the processing of complex files and supports network connectivity via Ethernet cable or Wi-Fi, enabling remote monitoring and machine control. In addition to the official software, the printer guarantees native compatibility with widely used third-party slicers such as CHITUBOX and Lychee Slicer, giving advanced users the necessary flexibility to customize exposure parameters and printing profiles for specialty resins. |
The differences that matter
- Price: €299 against €599 → €300 less for the Photon Mono 4 Ultra.
- Build area: 153 × 87 mm against 228 × 128 mm → a part 20 cm on a side only fits on the HALOT-MAGE.
- XY resolution: 17 µm against 29.7 µm → fine detail is sharper on the Photon.
- Software: Photon Workshop against HALOT BOX, with CHITUBOX and Lychee Slicer stated as compatible → on the HALOT-MAGE, exposure profiles for specialty resins can also be tuned in third-party slicers.
Which one to choose
Choose Photon Mono 4 Ultra if…
The Photon Mono 4 Ultra is for miniatures and small detailed parts, on a 4.1 kg machine that fits on a desk. The bed is narrow: a part longer than 15 cm has to be split. You work with Anycubic Photon Workshop, with automatic or manual supports and resin compensation, and everything is reachable offline from the touchscreen.
Choose HALOT-MAGE PRO 8K if…
The HALOT-MAGE PRO 8K is for people printing large parts, or several at once, on a 228 × 128 mm bed, and who want CHITUBOX or Lychee Slicer to set exposure and profiles for specialty resins. You accept a 13.3 kg machine and a coarser XY resolution.
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