Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Elegoo Saturn 4
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 and Saturn 4 are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono 4 if price matters more; choose Saturn 4 if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Saturn 4
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | ~299–319 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 13.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 144 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 0.02 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70.2 mm/h | 70 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. | The machine is supported by major slicing software on the market, including optimized profiles for CHITUBOX and VoxelDance Tango, ensuring broad operational flexibility. The system relies entirely on USB connection for file transfer and offline printing, eliminating any dependency on cloud services. The onboard interface is managed via a practical 3.5-inch resistive touchscreen that allows users to start prints, monitor basic parameters, and utilize automated diagnostic features, such as the initial self-check of mechanics and sensors. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Saturn 4 218.88×122.88 mm — Saturn 4 wins (+102%)
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Saturn 4 309 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+44%)
Which one to choose
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