Elegoo Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 4B

Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing

In brief

Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer and Form 4B are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.1×). Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer costs less (~€899) 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
Formlabs Form 4B Form 4B Formlabs F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2024
Use tier F3 — Advanced F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 899 € 5499 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 49.8 × 35.8 × 75 cm 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm
Weight (kg) 40 kg 18.3 kg
Work area (mm) 302.4 × 161.98 mm 200 × 125 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 300 mm 210 mm
Power (W) 180 W 480 W
Voltage (V) 110 V 240 V
Maximum speed 70 mm/min 100
Declared precision 26 μm 50 μm
Category specs
Build area XY (short side) (mm) 161.98 mm 125 mm
XY resolution (µm) 26 µm 50 µm
Light source Mono LCD Mono LCD
Print speed (mm/h) 70 mm/h 100 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. 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: Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer 899 € vs Form 4B 5499 € — Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer wins (+512%)
  • Work area: Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer 302.4×161.98 mm vs Form 4B 200×125 mm — Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer wins (+96%)

Which one to choose

Choose Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer if…

you value price and work area.

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