Photon P1 Max vs Creality HALOT-SKY
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon P1 Max leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while Creality HALOT-SKY shows no advantage of its own. Choose Photon P1 Max, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Photon P1 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
|
Creality HALOT-SKY
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | ~750–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 34 × 29.2 × 55.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 16.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 192 × 120 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 200 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 250 W |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 214 mm | 120 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 24.8 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | — | 4 mW/cm² |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 80 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. | This printer natively interfaces with the proprietary Halot Box software, developed by the manufacturer to offer a simplified workflow optimized for the machine's architecture. The system includes built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing print files to be sent directly via the local network or through the manufacturer's mobile app for remote control. Experienced users can still use major third-party slicing software, such as Lychee Slicer or Chitubox, exporting the files in the compatible format required by the machine. The printer's internal operating system is based on an ARM Cortex-A53 architecture, which easily handles complex files and ensures a fluid user interface through the generous color touchscreen. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs Creality HALOT-SKY 192×120 mm — Photon P1 Max wins (+165%)
Which one to choose
Choose Creality HALOT-SKY if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon P1 Max on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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