Photon Mono 4 vs Creality HALOT-SKY
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 and Creality HALOT-SKY are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.7×). Photon Mono 4 costs less (~€215) and is the entry-level choice; Creality HALOT-SKY offers more capability at a higher price (~€800). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Creality HALOT-SKY
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | ~750–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 34 × 29.2 × 55.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 16.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 192 × 120 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 200 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 250 W |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 120 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | — | 4 mW/cm² |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70.2 mm/h | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Standard FEP |
| 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. | This printer natively interfaces with the proprietary Halot Box software, developed by the manufacturer to offer a simplified workflow optimized for the machine's architecture. The system includes built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing print files to be sent directly via the local network or through the manufacturer's mobile app for remote control. Experienced users can still use major third-party slicing software, such as Lychee Slicer or Chitubox, exporting the files in the compatible format required by the machine. The printer's internal operating system is based on an ARM Cortex-A53 architecture, which easily handles complex files and ensures a fluid user interface through the generous color touchscreen. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Creality HALOT-SKY 800 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+272%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Creality HALOT-SKY 192×120 mm — Creality HALOT-SKY wins (+73%)
Which one to choose
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