Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Form 4B
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra and Form 4B are not direct competitors: very different prices (~18.4×). Photon Mono 4 Ultra costs less (~€299) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4B offers more capability at a higher price (~€5499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4B
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 5499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 18.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 210 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 480 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | 100 |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 50 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 100 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | 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. | Print job management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, which enables automatic model layout, optimized orientation, and guided generation of retention supports. The program integrates preconfigured and validated print profiles for all proprietary materials, reducing the need for manual calibrations by the user. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can remotely monitor production progress, manage print queues for multiple devices, and analyze material consumption. The software architecture requires a network connection for advanced monitoring features, but it also allows files to be transferred via local USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi connections, ensuring operational flexibility inside the laboratory. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Form 4B 5499 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+1739%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Form 4B 200×125 mm — Form 4B wins (+87%)
Which one to choose
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