Creality HALOT-ONE PLUS vs Phrozen Sonic Mini

Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing

In brief

HALOT-ONE PLUS and Sonic Mini are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose HALOT-ONE PLUS if work area matters more; choose Sonic Mini if price matters more.

Parameter
Creality HALOT-ONE PLUS HALOT-ONE PLUS Creality F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2022 2020
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~350–450 € ~190–250 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 23.6 × 24.3 × 41.8 cm 25 × 25 × 33 cm
Weight (kg) 6.9 kg 4.5 kg
Work area (mm) 172 × 102 mm 120 × 68 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 160 mm 130 mm
Power (W) 100 W 40 W
Voltage (V) 230 V
Declared precision 0.04 mm 62.5 μm
Category specs
Build area XY (short side) (mm) 102 mm 68 mm
XY resolution (µm) 40 µm 62.5 µm
Light source Mono LCD Mono LCD
Print speed (mm/h) 50 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 operates primarily through third-party slicing software widely adopted within the maker community, such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring high flexibility in file preparation. Integration with these programs allows granular control over exposure parameters, support generation, and lift times. The machine features no integrated wireless connectivity or reliance on cloud platforms, requiring completed print files to be transferred exclusively via a removable USB flash drive. This configuration guarantees complete offline operational autonomy and mitigates the risk of interruptions caused by network issues or forced remote software updates.

The differences that matter

  • Price: HALOT-ONE PLUS 400 € vs Sonic Mini 220 € — Sonic Mini wins (+82%)
  • Work area: HALOT-ONE PLUS 172×102 mm vs Sonic Mini 120×68 mm — HALOT-ONE PLUS wins (+115%)

Which one to choose

Choose HALOT-ONE PLUS if…

you value work area.

See the HALOT-ONE PLUS sheet →

Choose Sonic Mini if…

you value price.

See the Sonic Mini sheet →

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