Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra and Saturn 4 Ultra 16K are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono 4 Ultra if price matters more; choose Saturn 4 Ultra 16K if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 14.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 144 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 110 V |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | 150 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 19 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Tilt |
| 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 natively supports ChituBox proprietary slicing software, widely adopted in the resin printing industry, ensuring smooth management of supports and exposure parameters. The machine integrates Wi-Fi connection modules that enable remote management and workflow monitoring. Compatibility with open formats ensures operational flexibility with leading third-party programs, allowing users to optimize printing profiles based on the specific resins used, whether standard or engineering-grade. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 218.88×122.88 mm — Saturn 4 Ultra 16K wins (+102%)
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 399 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
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