Photon Mono 4 vs Photon Mono M7 Pro
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 and Photon Mono M7 Pro are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono 4 if price matters more; choose Photon Mono M7 Pro if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Photon Mono M7 Pro
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 31.5 × 31.5 × 52 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 12.8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 223 × 126 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 230 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 110 V |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | 170 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 16.8 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 126 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 16.8 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | — | 8.5 mW/cm² |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70.2 mm/h | 170 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Film ACF |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device is fully compatible with the main third-party slicing software options on the market, including widely popular solutions such as Chitubox and Lychee Slicer, alongside the proprietary Anycubic Photon Workshop application. This flexibility allows users to manage advanced exposure parameters, supports, and tolerance compensation without proprietary constraints. File preparation occurs primarily via offline transfer using a USB port, ensuring a stable workflow independent of active network connections. Managing print profiles for various commercial resins is highly intuitive, facilitating the optimization of layer-by-layer curing times for both standard materials and advanced formulations. | The software ecosystem is based on the proprietary Anycubic Photon Workshop application, alongside full compatibility with major third-party slicers such as ChituBox and Lychee Slicer. Connectivity is comprehensive due to the integrated Wi-Fi module, which enables remote management via the Anycubic App mobile application for real-time monitoring, file transfer, and progress tracking. The firmware supports advanced algorithms for exposure compensation and dynamic lift speed control. Although cloud features expand the user experience, the machine remains fully operational offline via file transfer through the USB port. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Photon Mono M7 Pro 499 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+132%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Photon Mono M7 Pro 223×126 mm — Photon Mono M7 Pro wins (+111%)
Which one to choose
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