Anycubic Photon P1 Max vs Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer is the one with the largest build area in its class. Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with work area); Photon P1 Max makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Photon P1 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | ~11000–14000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 80 |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 214 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 24.8 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 80 mm/h |
| 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. | Workflow management relies on a proprietary software ecosystem developed to optimize model preparation and machine control. The slicing software performs advanced calculations for automatic part orientation and optimized support generation, minimizing material consumption and facilitating post-print removal. Integration with remote monitoring platforms allows users to supervise job progress, residual resin levels, and hardware diagnostics via local networks or dedicated tools. Regular firmware updates ensure continuous refinement of printing parameters for the various supported materials, ensuring maximum compatibility and operational stability throughout the device's entire lifecycle. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Photon P1 Max
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Largest work area Intermediate
The largest work area among intermediate Resin 3D printing machines: 692 cm².
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+13%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value work area. It is the one with the largest build area in its class.
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