Creality HALOT-ONE PLUS vs Elegoo Mars 5
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Anyone printing resin on a tight budget looks at the Mars 5, which costs less than half the HALOT-ONE PLUS; anyone needing a bigger build plate for multiple parts or more miniatures per batch picks the HALOT-ONE PLUS.
| Parameter |
HALOT-ONE PLUS
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~350–450 € | ~169–199 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 23.6 × 24.3 × 41.8 cm | 23 × 23 × 43.35 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.9 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 172 × 102 mm | 143.43 × 89.6 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 160 mm | 150 mm |
| Power (W) | 100 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Declared precision | 0.04 mm | 35 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 40 µm | 35 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The management of 3D models and print file preparation is supported by the main resin slicing software on the market, ensuring significant operational flexibility. Users can rely on widely used and appreciated solutions such as Chitubox and Lychee Slicer, which offer advanced tools for support generation and part orientation. Alternatively, the manufacturer provides the proprietary HALOT BOX software, specifically designed to integrate natively with the electronics and systems of this machine line. The motherboard is equipped with a built-in Wi-Fi module, enabling remote project submission and over-the-air firmware updates. Remote monitoring can be done via application, although the classic and stable file transfer via USB port remains fully supported. | 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
- Price ~€400 versus ~€184 → the Mars 5 costs less than half.
- Build area 172×102 mm versus 143.43×89.6 mm → more parts or miniatures fit in one vat on the HALOT-ONE PLUS.
Which one to choose
Choose HALOT-ONE PLUS if…
Printing more miniatures together on a bigger plate happens on the HALOT-ONE PLUS, with a 172×102 mm build area versus the Mars 5's 143.43×89.6 mm. The trade-off is paying more than double.
Choose Mars 5 if…
Spending the least to start printing resin means picking the Mars 5, at around €184 versus the HALOT-ONE PLUS's €400. The trade-off is a smaller build plate.
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