Photon Mono 4 vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 and Sonic Mighty Revo 16K are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.4×). Photon Mono 4 costs less (~€215) and is the entry-level choice; Sonic Mighty Revo 16K offers more capability at a higher price (~€955.9). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mighty Revo 16K
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–250 € | 955.90 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 35.3 × 34.5 × 51.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 22.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.4 × 87 mm | 211.68 × 118.37 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 235 mm |
| Maximum speed | 1.17 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 14 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87 mm | 118.37 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 14 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70.2 mm/h | 150 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 natively compatible with major resin slicers, including Chitubox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring a well-established and versatile workflow. It features Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, supporting remote management via the proprietary Phrozen GO app, which allows users to monitor print status in real-time and receive notifications. It also supports local file transfer via USB port, offering operational flexibility without a network connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 215 € vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K 955.9 € — Photon Mono 4 wins (+345%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 153.4×87 mm vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K 211.68×118.37 mm — Sonic Mighty Revo 16K wins (+88%)
Which one to choose
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