Photon Mono M7 Pro vs Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Photon Mono M7 Pro shows no advantage of its own. Choose Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7 Pro
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | 399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.5 × 31.5 × 52 cm | 30.59 × 27.3 × 56.73 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.8 kg | 11 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 223 × 126 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 230 mm | 250 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | 144 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 170 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 16.8 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 126 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 16.8 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | 8.5 mW/cm² | — |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 170 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The software ecosystem is based on the proprietary Anycubic Photon Workshop application, alongside full compatibility with major third-party slicers such as ChituBox and Lychee Slicer. Connectivity is comprehensive due to the integrated Wi-Fi module, which enables remote management via the Anycubic App mobile application for real-time monitoring, file transfer, and progress tracking. The firmware supports advanced algorithms for exposure compensation and dynamic lift speed control. Although cloud features expand the user experience, the machine remains fully operational offline via file transfer through the USB port. | The device supports major third-party slicing software widely utilized in the industry, such as ChiTuBox and Voxeldance Tango, providing users with extensive flexibility during file preparation. Through these programs, exposure parameters, support generation, and lifting speeds can be granularly managed, optimizing the printing process based on the specific resins deployed. Processed files are transferred to the machine primarily via the USB interface located on the chassis side, ensuring standalone operation independent of a computer and removing the need for a constant network connection. The absence of a native Wi-Fi module or dedicated cloud integration excludes remote management or camera monitoring, focusing the user experience on a stable, local, and time-tested workflow. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 Pro 499 € vs Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer 399 € — Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
Choose Photon Mono M7 Pro if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Saturn 3 Resin 3D Printer on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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