Photon Mono M7 vs Form 4B
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 and Form 4B are not direct competitors: very different prices (~11×). Photon Mono M7 costs less (~€499) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4B offers more capability at a higher price (~€5499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Form 4B
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | 5499 € |
| 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 |
| 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. | Print job management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, which enables automatic model layout, optimized orientation, and guided generation of retention supports. The program integrates preconfigured and validated print profiles for all proprietary materials, reducing the need for manual calibrations by the user. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can remotely monitor production progress, manage print queues for multiple devices, and analyze material consumption. The software architecture requires a network connection for advanced monitoring features, but it also allows files to be transferred via local USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi connections, ensuring operational flexibility inside the laboratory. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 499 € vs Form 4B 5499 € — Photon Mono M7 wins (+1002%)
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 223×126 mm vs Form 4B 200×125 mm — Photon Mono M7 wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4B if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon Mono M7 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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