Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 leads on the available specs (starting with price); Mars 5 Ultra 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
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | 249 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 26 × 26.8 × 45.15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 8.8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 153.36 × 77.76 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 165 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 72 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 100 V |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | 2.5 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 18 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 77.76 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 18 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70.2 mm/h | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Tilt |
| 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. | Machine control and management rely on a flexible and modern software ecosystem. The device natively supports leading industry slicing programs, including ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring extensive customization of printing parameters. Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity allows for remote monitoring and file transmission via cloud functionalities or cluster management, streamlining the workflow in multi-unit laboratory environments. The proprietary firmware handles real-time error notifications, such as resin shortage or residues in the vat, interfacing directly with the touchscreen display to guide the user through operational troubleshooting independently and safely. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 249 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+16%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm — Photon Mono 4 wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
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