Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer vs Sonic Mini 8K S

Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing

In brief

Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer is the one with the largest build area in its class. Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer and Sonic Mini 8K S are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer if work area matters more; choose Sonic Mini 8K S if price matters more.

Parameter
Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S Sonic Mini 8K S Phrozen F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2023
Use tier F3 — Advanced F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 899 € ~299–350 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 49.8 × 35.8 × 75 cm 29 × 29 × 43 cm
Weight (kg) 40 kg 10 kg
Work area (mm) 302.4 × 161.98 mm 165 × 72 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 300 mm 170 mm
Power (W) 180 W
Voltage (V) 110 V
Maximum speed 70 mm/min
Declared precision 26 μm 22 μm
Category specs
Build area XY (short side) (mm) 161.98 mm 72 mm
XY resolution (µm) 26 µm 22 µm
Light source mono_lcd mono_lcd
Print speed (mm/h) 70 mm/h 80 mm/h
Tilt / peel system acf_film fep_standard
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. The machine offers broad compatibility with leading third-party slicing software options, notably popular solutions like Chitubox, Lychee Slicer, and Voxeldance Tango. This software flexibility prevents users from being locked into a restrictive, closed proprietary ecosystem, allowing them to utilize advanced support generation and model orientation algorithms. File transfer is handled entirely offline via a standard USB port, a design choice that prioritizes connection stability during data transmission but lacks native Wi-Fi connectivity or cloud-based management features. Material profiles are easily accessible and customizable, significantly streamlining the fine-tuning of exposure times for a wide variety of commercial 405nm photopolymer resins available on the market.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer 899 € vs Sonic Mini 8K S 324.5 € — Sonic Mini 8K S wins (+177%)
  • Work area: Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer 302.4×161.98 mm vs Sonic Mini 8K S 165×72 mm — Jupiter 2 Large-Format Resin 3D Printer wins (+312%)

Which one to choose

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

you value work area. It is the one with the largest build area in its class.

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Choose Sonic Mini 8K S if…

you value price.

See the Sonic Mini 8K S sheet →

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