Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer shows no advantage of its own. Choose Photon Mono 4 Ultra, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 329 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 22.7 × 22.7 × 44.35 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 7.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 153.36 × 77.76 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 165 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 72 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 77.76 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 18 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Film ACF |
| 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 system utilizes an open software ecosystem, ensuring compatibility with the main slicing programs on the market, including ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango. The machine integrates built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for the remote transfer of print files via the official application or compatible software, eliminating the need to use physical USB drives for every operation. The internal firmware is based on an optimized version of Linux, which improves the responsiveness of the user interface on the built-in touch screen display and optimizes the handling of complex data originating from 9K files. Exposure parameters and resin profiles can be managed directly from the chosen software, offering precise control over curing times and axis movement speeds. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer 329 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+10%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon Mono 4 Ultra on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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