Anycubic Photon P1 Max vs Creality HALOT R6
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon P1 Max and HALOT R6 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F3 vs F1). Photon P1 Max costs less (~€0) and is the entry-level choice; HALOT R6 offers more capability at a higher price (~€215). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon P1 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
|
HALOT R6
Creality
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | ~180–250 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 23.55 × 23 × 39.55 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 4.25 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 130.56 × 82.62 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 160 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 100 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 100 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 60 |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | 50 µm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 214 mm | 82.62 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 24.8 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 60 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Standard FEP |
| 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. | The device is compatible with major slicing software options on the market, including the proprietary Creality HALOT BOX suite, CHITUBOX, and Lychee Slicer. File preparation is primarily handled via a local computer for export to a USB flash drive. The integrated wireless connectivity allows for basic remote management and monitoring through the Creality Cloud application, yet the machine remains fully operational offline using the built-in touch screen interface, ensuring flexibility even without internet access. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs HALOT R6 130.56×82.62 mm — Photon P1 Max wins (+466%)
Which one to choose
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