Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra leads on the available specs (starting with price); Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | ~450–600 € |
| 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 | 180 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 50 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 system integrates seamlessly with the leading third-party slicing software available on the market, offering substantial operational flexibility. Users can utilize popular solutions such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, which feature pre-configured and optimized profiles for this specific model, simplifying file preparation and advanced support management. Connectivity occurs primarily via a USB port for offline file transfer, ensuring total stability during the printing process without the risk of interruptions caused by network fluctuations. Exposure parameters are fully customizable directly within the software, allowing for precise optimization across a wide range of both proprietary and third-party resins. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer 525 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+76%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer 165×72 mm — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
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