Anycubic Photon P1 Max vs Creality HALOT-MAGE S 14K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Two resin printers with a monochrome LCD, and the choice is between a large plate and a fine pixel. The Photon P1 Max has the larger plate, the HALOT-MAGE S 14K declares the finer XY resolution.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~450–1000 € | 459 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 33.3 × 27 × 60.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 13 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 223 × 126 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 230 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 100 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 100 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 150 |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | 16.8 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 214 mm | 126 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 24.8 µm | 16.8 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Film ACF |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system supports file formats generated by the most popular third-party print preparation software, such as ChiTuBox and LycheeSlicer, ensuring operational flexibility and a consolidated workflow. The manufacturer also provides Anycubic Photon Workshop, the proprietary application optimized to fine-tune exposure parameters, manage advanced supports, and fully exploit the screen's pixel density without slowing down layer calculation. | Machine management is handled by the proprietary HALOT BOX software, developed to optimize curing parameters and advanced support generation. The printer also features seamless, native compatibility with widely used third-party solutions such as CHITUBOX and Tango, ensuring maximum flexibility in the digital workflow. Thanks to integrated network connectivity via Wi-Fi and Ethernet, users can monitor progress and manage files remotely using the proprietary cloud platform. However, this ecosystem remains entirely optional, allowing for full offline operation via standard USB flash drives. |
The differences that matter
- Plate → 285.5×214 mm against 223×126 mm: the short side goes from 126 to 214 mm, so wide parts fit only on the P1 Max (manufacturer's declared values).
- Z height → 300 mm against 230 mm: taller parts fit without splitting.
- XY resolution → 24.8 against 16.8 µm: finer detail on the HALOT-MAGE S.
Which one to choose
Choose Photon P1 Max if…
you print tall or wide parts, or want several models in a single run. The trade-off is a declared 24.8 µm pixel, coarser than the HALOT-MAGE's 16.8 µm.
Choose HALOT-MAGE S 14K if…
you work on small details where the declared 16.8 µm matters and the smaller plate is enough. It costs €459, but you give up height and surface.
Where to buy
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