Creality HALOT-X1 vs Elegoo Saturn 4
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
The Creality HALOT-X1 costs nearly double the Elegoo Saturn 4 — 599€ against 309€ — and the price isn't unjustified: its declared XY resolution is finer (14 μm vs 19 μm) and its declared print speed more than doubles it (170 mm/h vs 70 mm/h). The Saturn 4 answers with a 3.5-inch touchscreen and a startup self-check the HALOT-X1 lacks.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~499–699 € | ~299–319 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 13.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 211.68 × 118.37 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | 300 W | 144 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 2.833 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 14 μm | 0.02 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 118.37 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 14 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 170 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The operational management of the printer relies on a flexible software ecosystem compatible with the main file preparation programs available on the market. Users can utilize both the proprietary application developed by the manufacturer and widespread third-party solutions such as Chitubox or Lychee Slicer, benefiting from preconfigured profiles for optimizing exposure times. Network features allow file transfer and progress monitoring via Wi-Fi or local Ethernet connection. Although network-based remote capabilities are available, the device maintains complete operational independence from the cloud, allowing total workflow management in local mode to protect the confidentiality of technical data. | The machine is supported by major slicing software on the market, including optimized profiles for CHITUBOX and VoxelDance Tango, ensuring broad operational flexibility. The system relies entirely on USB connection for file transfer and offline printing, eliminating any dependency on cloud services. The onboard interface is managed via a practical 3.5-inch resistive touchscreen that allows users to start prints, monitor basic parameters, and utilize automated diagnostic features, such as the initial self-check of mechanics and sensors. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Saturn 4 309€ vs HALOT-X1's 599€ (-48%)
- Declared XY resolution: HALOT-X1 14 μm vs Saturn 4's 19 μm — finer
- Declared print speed: HALOT-X1 170 mm/h vs Saturn 4's 70 mm/h, more than double
- Interface: only the Saturn 4 has a 3.5-inch touchscreen with a startup self-check
Which one to choose
Choose HALOT-X1 if…
you engrave detail where XY resolution and cure speed matter more than price: 14 μm and 170 mm/h declared against the Saturn 4's 19 μm and 70 mm/h.
Choose Saturn 4 if…
you want to spend less than half — 309€ against 599€ — with a slightly bigger work area and a 3.5-inch touchscreen with a startup self-check.
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