Photon Mono M7 vs Sonic Mini
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono M7 and Sonic Mini are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Photon Mono M7 if work area matters more; choose Sonic Mini if price matters more.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono M7
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Sonic Mini
Phrozen
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | ~190–250 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.2 × 31.5 × 52 cm | 25 × 25 × 33 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 11.5 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 223 × 126 mm | 120 × 68 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 230 mm | 130 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | 40 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 130 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 16.8 μm | 62.5 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 126 mm | 68 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 16.8 µm | 62.5 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 130 mm/h | 50 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 device operates primarily through third-party slicing software widely adopted within the maker community, such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring high flexibility in file preparation. Integration with these programs allows granular control over exposure parameters, support generation, and lift times. The machine features no integrated wireless connectivity or reliance on cloud platforms, requiring completed print files to be transferred exclusively via a removable USB flash drive. This configuration guarantees complete offline operational autonomy and mitigates the risk of interruptions caused by network issues or forced remote software updates. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono M7 499 € vs Sonic Mini 220 € — Sonic Mini wins (+127%)
- Work area: Photon Mono M7 223×126 mm vs Sonic Mini 120×68 mm — Photon Mono M7 wins (+244%)
Which one to choose
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