HALOT-ONE PRO vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
HALOT-ONE PRO and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~12.5×). HALOT-ONE PRO costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€3750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
HALOT-ONE PRO
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–350 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 23.6 × 24.5 × 41.6 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.7 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 130 × 122 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 160 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 100 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 240 V |
| Declared precision | 0.051 mm | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 51 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | 5 mW/cm² | — |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 60 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is highly versatile when it comes to slicing software. It natively supports Creality's own HALOT BOX, which is continuously updated for optimized performance with their integral light sources. Additionally, it is fully compatible with popular third-party slicers like Lychee Slicer and CHITUBOX, giving users the flexibility to stick with their preferred workflow without restrictions. The printer also integrates with the Creality Cloud App via its built-in Wi-Fi connection, enabling remote monitoring, wireless file transfer, over-the-air firmware upgrades, and the ability to start or stop prints directly from a smartphone. | Print process management is handled by PreForm, a highly optimized proprietary software that automates model orientation, support generation, and slicing using advanced algorithms. PreForm offers an intuitive interface and diagnostic tools that minimize print failures. Although it is not possible to use third-party open-source slicers due to the closed nature of the ecosystem, the native integration ensures perfect calibration with original materials. The software includes network file transmission capabilities and is tightly connected to the Dashboard cloud platform, which enables remote monitoring of printers and resin consumption, without being strictly mandatory for the machine's core offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: HALOT-ONE PRO 300 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — HALOT-ONE PRO wins (+1150%)
- Work area: HALOT-ONE PRO 130×122 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
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