Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Phrozen Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra and Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono 4 Ultra if price matters more; choose Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | ~550–750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 33.7 × 33.7 × 51.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 14.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 218 × 123 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 235 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 28 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 123 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 28 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 70 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 system supports file formats generated by major third-party slicing software, including ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring operational flexibility for users with established workflows. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring Ethernet cable options, Wi-Fi connection, and a USB port for offline file transfer. The internal firmware efficiently manages calibration and function control via the integrated touchscreen interface. Despite the availability of the Phrozen GO mobile application for remote progress monitoring, the machine operates entirely autonomously and does not require a constant internet connection or reliance on proprietary cloud services to execute and complete daily print operations. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer 650 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+117%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer 218×123 mm — Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer wins (+101%)
Which one to choose
Choose Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer if…
you value work area.
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