Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer vs Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer is the cheapest in its class. Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer shows no advantage of its own. Choose Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 329 € | ~169–199 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.7 × 22.7 × 44.35 cm | 23 × 23 × 43.35 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.1 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 77.76 mm | 143.43 × 89.6 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 150 mm |
| Power (W) | 72 W | — |
| Declared precision | — | 35 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 77.76 mm | 89.6 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 18 µm | 35 µm |
| Light source | mono_lcd | mono_lcd |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | acf_film | fep_standard |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system utilizes an open software ecosystem, ensuring compatibility with the main slicing programs on the market, including ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango. The machine integrates built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for the remote transfer of print files via the official application or compatible software, eliminating the need to use physical USB drives for every operation. The internal firmware is based on an optimized version of Linux, which improves the responsiveness of the user interface on the built-in touch screen display and optimizes the handling of complex data originating from 9K files. Exposure parameters and resin profiles can be managed directly from the chosen software, offering precise control over curing times and axis movement speeds. | The device supports the leading slicing programs on the market, including Chitubox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring high flexibility in print file preparation. Integration with these software tools allows optimal management of resin exposure parameters, support generation, and production time optimization. Since there is no mandatory dependence on proprietary cloud platforms, users retain full local control over their workflows via USB file transfer. This feature ensures maximum project confidentiality and operational continuity even without a stable internet connection, making file management simple, secure, and immediate for any level of experience. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer 329 € vs Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer 184 € — Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+79%)
- Work area: Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm vs Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer 143.43×89.6 mm — Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+8%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
Choose Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value price and work area. It is the cheapest in its class.
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