Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Sonic Mini 8K S
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Sonic Mini 8K S 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
|
Sonic Mini 8K S
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | ~299–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 29 × 29 × 43 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 165 × 72 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 170 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 22 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 72 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 22 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 80 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 machine offers broad compatibility with leading third-party slicing software options, notably popular solutions like Chitubox, Lychee Slicer, and Voxeldance Tango. This software flexibility prevents users from being locked into a restrictive, closed proprietary ecosystem, allowing them to utilize advanced support generation and model orientation algorithms. File transfer is handled entirely offline via a standard USB port, a design choice that prioritizes connection stability during data transmission but lacks native Wi-Fi connectivity or cloud-based management features. Material profiles are easily accessible and customizable, significantly streamlining the fine-tuning of exposure times for a wide variety of commercial 405nm photopolymer resins available on the market. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Sonic Mini 8K S 324.5 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+9%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Sonic Mini 8K S 165×72 mm — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
Choose Sonic Mini 8K S 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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