Elegoo Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 3B+
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer and Form 3B+ are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.4×). Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer costs less (~€899) 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 |
Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer
Elegoo
F3 · Advanced
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Form 3B+
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899 € | 4849 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 49.8 × 35.8 × 75 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 40 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 302.4 × 161.98 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 180 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 70 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 26 μm | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 161.98 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 26 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system natively supports files generated by the most widespread industrial and commercial slicing applications, such as ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango. Built-in networking features allow for remote monitoring and file transfers via integrated Wi-Fi or a dedicated Ethernet interface, simplifying deployment within connected digital manufacturing pipelines. Firmware updates are regularly released by the manufacturer via downloadable files for USB installation, ensuring continuous optimization of curing algorithms and broad compatibility with newly developed photosensitive polymer resins. | 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: Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer 899 € vs Form 3B+ 4849 € — Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer wins (+439%)
- Work area: Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer 302.4×161.98 mm vs Form 3B+ 145×145 mm — Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer wins (+133%)
Which one to choose
Choose Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer if…
you value price and work area.
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