Anycubic Photon Mono M7 vs Formlabs Form 4
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 and Form 4 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~8.7×). Photon Mono M7 costs less (~€499) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4 offers more capability at a higher price (~€4349). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4
Formlabs
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | 4349 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.2 × 31.5 × 52 cm | 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 11.5 kg | 18.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 223 × 126 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 230 mm | 210 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | 480 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 130 mm/s | 100 |
| Declared precision | 16.8 μm | 50 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 126 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 16.8 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | — | 16 mW/cm² |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 130 mm/h | 100 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | File management and print preparation rely primarily on Anycubic Photon Workshop, which integrates optimized profiles to take advantage of the machine's reduced exposure times. The ecosystem supports network connectivity via Wi-Fi and allows remote monitoring and control through the Anycubic Cloud mobile application. While offering advanced cloud features for print queue management and firmware updates, the printer maintains full local offline operational capability. Compatibility with major third-party slicers such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer is guaranteed upon manual configuration of the parameters. | The printing process is managed by the proprietary PreForm software, a closed application that automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and production time calculations. This software environment is designed to ensure a highly streamlined and standardized workflow, ideal for professional contexts where result predictability is crucial. PreForm integrates seamlessly with the manufacturer's ecosystem, receiving continuous updates that introduce new profiles for proprietary resins. The machine also offers optional access to Fleet Control and the cloud-based Dashboard platform, which are advanced tools that allow users to monitor print queues, manage multiple units in parallel, and track material consumption in real time remotely. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 499 € vs Form 4 4349 € — Photon Mono M7 wins (+772%)
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 223×126 mm vs Form 4 200×125 mm — Photon Mono M7 wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
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