Creality HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 4B
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer and Form 4B are not direct competitors: very different prices (~9.2×). HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer costs less (~€599) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4B offers more capability at a higher price (~€5499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4B
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~499–699 € | 5499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 18.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 211.68 × 118.37 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 200 mm | 210 mm |
| Power (W) | 300 W | 480 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 2.833 mm/min | 100 |
| Declared precision | 14 μm | 50 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 118.37 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 14 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 170 mm/h | 100 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 job management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, which enables automatic model layout, optimized orientation, and guided generation of retention supports. The program integrates preconfigured and validated print profiles for all proprietary materials, reducing the need for manual calibrations by the user. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can remotely monitor production progress, manage print queues for multiple devices, and analyze material consumption. The software architecture requires a network connection for advanced monitoring features, but it also allows files to be transferred via local USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi connections, ensuring operational flexibility inside the laboratory. |
The differences that matter
- Price: HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer 599 € vs Form 4B 5499 € — HALOT-X1 Resin 3D Printer wins (+818%)
Which one to choose
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