Creality Creality HALOT-SKY vs Formlabs Form 3B+
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Creality HALOT-SKY and Form 3B+ are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.1×). Creality HALOT-SKY costs less (~€800) and is the entry-level choice; Form 3B+ offers more capability at a higher price (~€4849). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Creality HALOT-SKY
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3B+
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~750–850 € | 4849 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 34 × 29.2 × 55.2 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 16.5 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 192 × 120 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 200 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 250 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Declared precision | — | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 120 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 50 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | 4 mW/cm² | — |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 80 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | This printer natively interfaces with the proprietary Halot Box software, developed by the manufacturer to offer a simplified workflow optimized for the machine's architecture. The system includes built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing print files to be sent directly via the local network or through the manufacturer's mobile app for remote control. Experienced users can still use major third-party slicing software, such as Lychee Slicer or Chitubox, exporting the files in the compatible format required by the machine. The printer's internal operating system is based on an ARM Cortex-A53 architecture, which easily handles complex files and ensures a fluid user interface through the generous color touchscreen. | Printer control is managed by PreForm, Formlabs' proprietary print preparation software. This application automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and layout arrangement, integrating specific algorithms to maximize the yield of medical resins. The system supports standard file formats such as STL and OBJ. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can monitor print status, track material consumption, and manage job queues remotely for entire fleets of machines. Although network connectivity (Wi-Fi and Ethernet) facilitates advanced management, the printer retains the ability to operate in local mode via data transfer via USB. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Creality HALOT-SKY 800 € vs Form 3B+ 4849 € — Creality HALOT-SKY wins (+506%)
- Work area: Creality HALOT-SKY 192×120 mm vs Form 3B+ 145×145 mm — Creality HALOT-SKY wins (+10%)
Which one to choose
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