Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~11.4×). Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer costs less (~€329) and is the entry-level choice; Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€3750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 329 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.7 × 22.7 × 44.35 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.1 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 77.76 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 72 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Declared precision | — | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 77.76 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 18 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | — |
| 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. | Print process management is handled by PreForm, a highly optimized proprietary software that automates model orientation, support generation, and slicing using advanced algorithms. PreForm offers an intuitive interface and diagnostic tools that minimize print failures. Although it is not possible to use third-party open-source slicers due to the closed nature of the ecosystem, the native integration ensures perfect calibration with original materials. The software includes network file transmission capabilities and is tightly connected to the Dashboard cloud platform, which enables remote monitoring of printers and resin consumption, without being strictly mandatory for the machine's core offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer 329 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer wins (+1040%)
- Work area: Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer wins (+76%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 4 Ultra MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value price.
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