Anycubic Photon Mono M7 vs Phrozen Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 and Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.6×). Photon Mono M7 costs less (~€499) and is the entry-level choice; Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX offers more capability at a higher price (~€1800). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX
Phrozen
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | ~1400–2200 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.2 × 31.5 × 52 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 11.5 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 223 × 126 mm | 302.4 × 162 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 230 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 130 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 16.8 μm | 23 µm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 126 mm | 162 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 16.8 µm | 23 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 130 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | Standard FEP |
| 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 machine adopts an open approach and is fully compatible with the most popular third-party slicers on the market, including ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, offering maximum flexibility to expert users. This choice allows professionals to easily integrate the new hardware into established workflows without having to adapt to closed or restrictive proprietary software ecosystems. The absence of a forced cloud dependency also ensures full control over print files and the ability to operate offline in environments where data security and confidentiality, especially for industrial models or patents, are an absolute priority. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 499 € vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX 1800 € — Photon Mono M7 wins (+261%)
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 223×126 mm vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX 302.4×162 mm — Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX wins (+74%)
Which one to choose
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