Photon Mono 4 vs Sonic Mighty 4K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 and Sonic Mighty 4K are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono 4 if price matters more; choose Sonic Mighty 4K if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Sonic Mighty 4K
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | ~500–650 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 29.3 × 29.3 × 43.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 72 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 52 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 52 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| 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. | The device ensures broad compatibility with the main third-party slicing software programs available on the market, including widely used solutions such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer. File management is primarily handled via offline transfer using the USB port located on the front of the chassis, or by utilizing the wired Ethernet network connection for remote monitoring within a local network. There are no restrictions or dependencies on proprietary cloud platforms, allowing users to work in complete autonomy and protect the intellectual property of their print files without requiring an active internet connection during the manufacturing process. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Sonic Mighty 4K 575 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+167%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Sonic Mighty 4K 200×125 mm — Sonic Mighty 4K wins (+87%)
Which one to choose
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