Photon P1 Max vs Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon P1 Max leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 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
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Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | 249 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 26 × 26.8 × 45.15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 8.8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 153.36 × 77.76 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 165 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 72 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 100 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 2.5 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | 18 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 214 mm | 77.76 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 24.8 µm | 18 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Tilt |
| 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 control and management rely on a flexible and modern software ecosystem. The device natively supports leading industry slicing programs, including ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring extensive customization of printing parameters. Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity allows for remote monitoring and file transmission via cloud functionalities or cluster management, streamlining the workflow in multi-unit laboratory environments. The proprietary firmware handles real-time error notifications, such as resin shortage or residues in the vat, interfacing directly with the touchscreen display to guide the user through operational troubleshooting independently and safely. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm — Photon P1 Max wins (+412%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon P1 Max on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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