Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Phrozen Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 and Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3×). Photon Mono 4 costs less (~€215) and is the entry-level choice; Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€650). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | ~550–750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 33.7 × 33.7 × 51.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 14.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 218 × 123 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 235 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 120 W |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 28 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 123 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 28 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 system supports file formats generated by major third-party slicing software, including ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring operational flexibility for users with established workflows. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring Ethernet cable options, Wi-Fi connection, and a USB port for offline file transfer. The internal firmware efficiently manages calibration and function control via the integrated touchscreen interface. Despite the availability of the Phrozen GO mobile application for remote progress monitoring, the machine operates entirely autonomously and does not require a constant internet connection or reliance on proprietary cloud services to execute and complete daily print operations. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer 650 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+202%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer 218×123 mm — Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer wins (+101%)
Which one to choose
Choose Sonic Mighty 8K Resin 3D Printer if…
you value work area.
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