Creality HALOT-ONE Resin 3D Printer vs Elegoo Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer is the cheapest in its class. Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with work area); HALOT-ONE Resin 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
HALOT-ONE Resin 3D Printer
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~150–250 € | ~169–199 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.1 × 22.1 × 40.4 cm | 23 × 23 × 43.35 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.1 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 127 × 80 mm | 143.43 × 89.6 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 160 mm | 150 mm |
| Power (W) | 100 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | 35 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 50 µm | 35 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | 3.8 mW/cm² | — |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 60 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is primarily managed via HALOT BOX, the proprietary slicer developed by Creality, designed with a straightforward interface to ease the learning curve. Widely used third-party programs such as Lychee Slicer and ChiTuBox are also supported, ensuring considerable flexibility in model preparation. Furthermore, the integrated motherboard with a Wi-Fi module allows for interfacing with Creality Cloud for remote monitoring and Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates, reducing dependence on USB drives for daily operations. | The device supports the leading slicing programs on the market, including Chitubox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring high flexibility in print file preparation. Integration with these software tools allows optimal management of resin exposure parameters, support generation, and production time optimization. Since there is no mandatory dependence on proprietary cloud platforms, users retain full local control over their workflows via USB file transfer. This feature ensures maximum project confidentiality and operational continuity even without a stable internet connection, making file management simple, secure, and immediate for any level of experience. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: HALOT-ONE Resin 3D Printer 127×80 mm vs Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer 143.43×89.6 mm — Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+26%)
- Price: HALOT-ONE Resin 3D Printer 200 € vs Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer 184 € — Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value work area and price. It is the cheapest in its class.
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