Photon Mono M7 Pro vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 Pro and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.5×). Photon Mono M7 Pro costs less (~€499) and is the entry-level choice; Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€3750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7 Pro
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.5 × 31.5 × 52 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.8 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 223 × 126 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 230 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 170 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 16.8 μm | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 126 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 16.8 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | 8.5 mW/cm² | — |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 170 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | — |
| 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. | Print process management is handled by PreForm, a highly optimized proprietary software that automates model orientation, support generation, and slicing using advanced algorithms. PreForm offers an intuitive interface and diagnostic tools that minimize print failures. Although it is not possible to use third-party open-source slicers due to the closed nature of the ecosystem, the native integration ensures perfect calibration with original materials. The software includes network file transmission capabilities and is tightly connected to the Dashboard cloud platform, which enables remote monitoring of printers and resin consumption, without being strictly mandatory for the machine's core offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 Pro 499 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — Photon Mono M7 Pro wins (+652%)
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 Pro 223×126 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — Photon Mono M7 Pro wins (+34%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon Mono M7 Pro on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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