Creality HALOT-ONE PLUS vs Formlabs Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
HALOT-ONE PLUS and Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~28.7×). HALOT-ONE PLUS costs less (~€400) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€11499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
HALOT-ONE PLUS
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer
Formlabs
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~350–450 € | 11499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 23.6 × 24.3 × 41.8 cm | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.9 kg | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 172 × 102 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 160 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 100 W | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 80 |
| Declared precision | 0.04 mm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 102 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 40 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Tilt |
| 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. | Printer management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, a well-proven tool that automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and build area layout. PreForm integrates natively with popular medical and dental CAD workflows, supporting standard formats such as STL and OBJ. The system offers advanced algorithms to calculate specific print parameters for each Formlabs resin. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring options via USB, Ethernet, and local Wi-Fi. Although the Dashboard cloud platform is available for remote production monitoring and fleet management, the printer remains fully operational offline, ensuring the security of sensitive data within clinical environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: HALOT-ONE PLUS 400 € vs Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer 11499 € — HALOT-ONE PLUS wins (+2775%)
- Work area: HALOT-ONE PLUS 172×102 mm vs Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer wins (+294%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer if…
you value work area.
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