Creality HALOT-MAGE S 14K vs Elegoo Mars 4
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
The HALOT-MAGE S 14K costs 239 € more than the Mars 4 and has a 223 × 126 mm plate against 153.36 × 77.76 mm. The choice is between more parts per print and a budget around 220 €.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 459 € | ~180–260 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 33.3 × 27 × 60.8 cm | 22.7 × 22.7 × 43.85 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 13 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 223 × 126 mm | 153.36 × 77.76 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 230 mm | 175 mm |
| Power (W) | 100 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 150 | — |
| Declared precision | 16.8 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 126 mm | 77.76 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 16.8 µm | 18 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 operation of the machine is primarily managed via third-party slicing software widely utilized within the resin 3D printing industry. The system natively supports file formats generated by programs such as ChiTuBox and Voxeldance Tango, offering the user the flexibility to choose their preferred interface for model preparation, support generation, and exposure parameter optimization. There is no native Wi-Fi connectivity or dedicated cloud management in this standard version; therefore, the transfer of print-ready files occurs traditionally via a USB port located on the machine body, ensuring a stable, independent, and completely offline workflow. |
The differences that matter
- Plate 223 × 126 mm and height 230 mm against 153.36 × 77.76 and 175 (manufacturer's declared values) → more parts per print on the HALOT-MAGE, and taller ones.
- Speed 150 mm/h against 70 → a tall part finishes sooner on the HALOT-MAGE.
- Price 459 € against about 220 € → 239 € more.
- Wi-Fi and Ethernet against USB only → on the Mars 4 files travel by hand.
Which one to choose
Choose HALOT-MAGE S 14K if…
you fill the plate with several miniatures or parts per session and want to send files over Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The trade-off is 239 € more and a machine that weighs 13 kg against 5.2 kg and stands 60.8 cm tall.
Choose Mars 4 if…
you print small pieces and a USB stick is enough, for about 220 €. You give up the larger plate, the print height (175 mm instead of 230), network access and the faster lift speed the HALOT-MAGE declares (150 mm/h against 70).
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