HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.3×). HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer costs less (~€599) 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-X1 Resin 3D Printer
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~499–699 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 211.68 × 118.37 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 200 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 300 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 2.833 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 14 μm | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 118.37 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 14 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 170 mm/h | — |
| 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. | 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-X1 Resin 3D Printer 599 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer wins (+526%)
- Work area: HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer 211.68×118.37 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer wins (+19%)
Which one to choose
Choose HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer if…
you value price and work area.
Choose Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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