Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer vs Saturn 3 Ultra
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer and Saturn 3 Ultra are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer if price matters more; choose Saturn 3 Ultra if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Saturn 3 Ultra
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–260 € | 549 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.7 × 22.7 × 43.85 cm | 31.24 × 31.24 × 52.74 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 5.2 kg | 12 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 77.76 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 175 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 150 W |
| Maximum speed | — | 2.5 mm/min |
| Declared precision | — | 19 µm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 77.76 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 18 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | mono_lcd | mono_lcd |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70 mm/h | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | fep_standard | acf_film |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The operation of the machine is primarily managed via third-party slicing software widely utilized within the resin 3D printing industry. The system natively supports file formats generated by programs such as ChiTuBox and Voxeldance Tango, offering the user the flexibility to choose their preferred interface for model preparation, support generation, and exposure parameter optimization. There is no native Wi-Fi connectivity or dedicated cloud management in this standard version; therefore, the transfer of print-ready files occurs traditionally via a USB port located on the machine body, ensuring a stable, independent, and completely offline workflow. | The device offers flexible connectivity manageable via integrated wireless network or standard USB port, facilitating the transfer of print files without physical proximity constraints. It natively supports the main formats generated by the most popular slicing software in the resin 3D printing landscape, such as CHITUBOX and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring full compatibility and flexibility in the digital workflow. The proprietary firmware ensures smooth management of settings directly from the touch screen interface integrated on the machine. Since no mandatory dependencies on closed cloud platforms are found, the user maintains total control over their files and local print preparation, guaranteeing maximum data privacy and operational continuity even without an internet connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer 220 € vs Saturn 3 Ultra 549 € — Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+150%)
- Work area: Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm vs Saturn 3 Ultra 218.88×122.88 mm — Saturn 3 Ultra wins (+126%)
Which one to choose
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