Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra and Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~41.8×). Photon Mono 4 Ultra costs less (~€299) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€12500). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | ~11000–14000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | 80 |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 80 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. | Workflow management relies on a proprietary software ecosystem developed to optimize model preparation and machine control. The slicing software performs advanced calculations for automatic part orientation and optimized support generation, minimizing material consumption and facilitating post-print removal. Integration with remote monitoring platforms allows users to supervise job progress, residual resin levels, and hardware diagnostics via local networks or dedicated tools. Regular firmware updates ensure continuous refinement of printing parameters for the various supported materials, ensuring maximum compatibility and operational stability throughout the device's entire lifecycle. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Largest work area Intermediate
The largest work area among intermediate Resin 3D printing machines: 692 cm².
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 12500 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+4081%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+418%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value work area. It is the one with the largest build area in its class.
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