Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Max vs Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer

Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing

In brief

Photon Mono M7 Max and Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono M7 Max if work area matters more; choose Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer if price matters more.

Parameter
Awards
Identity
Launch year 2024 2024
Use tier F3 — Advanced F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 649 € 249 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 38.6 × 40.5 × 61.2 cm 26 × 26.8 × 45.15 cm
Weight (kg) 23.3 kg 8.8 kg
Work area (mm) 298 × 164 mm 153.36 × 77.76 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 300 mm 165 mm
Power (W) 220 W 72 W
Voltage (V) 110 V 100 V
Maximum speed 130 mm/s 2.5 mm/min
Declared precision 46 μm 18 μm
Category specs
Build area XY (short side) (mm) 164 mm 77.76 mm
XY resolution (µm) 46 µm 18 µm
Light source Mono LCD Mono LCD
Print speed (mm/h) 130 mm/h 150 mm/h
Tilt / peel system Film ACF Tilt
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. Machine control and management rely on a flexible and modern software ecosystem. The device natively supports leading industry slicing programs, including ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring extensive customization of printing parameters. Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity allows for remote monitoring and file transmission via cloud functionalities or cluster management, streamlining the workflow in multi-unit laboratory environments. The proprietary firmware handles real-time error notifications, such as resin shortage or residues in the vat, interfacing directly with the touchscreen display to guide the user through operational troubleshooting independently and safely.

MakerSpecs Awards

Photon Mono M7 Max

Best price Advanced

The lowest list price among advanced Resin 3D printing machines: €649. The second cheapest starts at €899. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)

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Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer

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The differences that matter

  • Price: Photon Mono M7 Max 649 € vs Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 249 € — Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer wins (+161%)
  • Work area: Photon Mono M7 Max 298×164 mm vs Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm — Photon Mono M7 Max wins (+310%)

Which one to choose

Choose Photon Mono M7 Max if…

you value work area.

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Choose Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer if…

you value price.

See the Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer sheet →

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