Photon Mono M7 Max vs Creality HALOT-SKY
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 Max leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while Creality HALOT-SKY shows no advantage of its own. Choose Photon Mono M7 Max, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
|
Creality HALOT-SKY
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 649 € | ~750–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.6 × 40.5 × 61.2 cm | 34 × 29.2 × 55.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.3 kg | 16.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 298 × 164 mm | 192 × 120 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 200 mm |
| Power (W) | 220 W | 250 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 130 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 46 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 164 mm | 120 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 46 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | — | 4 mW/cm² |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 130 mm/h | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Workflow control is managed by Anycubic Photon Workshop, a proprietary software optimized for advanced exposure parameters and support management. The machine also ensures complete operational flexibility through compatibility with leading third-party slicing programs, such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi modules and USB ports for flexible file transfer, supporting remote project uploads via the dedicated mobile application for constant progress monitoring. | This printer natively interfaces with the proprietary Halot Box software, developed by the manufacturer to offer a simplified workflow optimized for the machine's architecture. The system includes built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing print files to be sent directly via the local network or through the manufacturer's mobile app for remote control. Experienced users can still use major third-party slicing software, such as Lychee Slicer or Chitubox, exporting the files in the compatible format required by the machine. The printer's internal operating system is based on an ARM Cortex-A53 architecture, which easily handles complex files and ensures a fluid user interface through the generous color touchscreen. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 Max 298×164 mm vs Creality HALOT-SKY 192×120 mm — Photon Mono M7 Max wins (+112%)
- Price: Photon Mono M7 Max 649 € vs Creality HALOT-SKY 800 € — Photon Mono M7 Max wins (+23%)
Which one to choose
Choose Creality HALOT-SKY if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon Mono M7 Max on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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