Elegoo Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer vs Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer and Sonic Mega 8K S are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.1×). Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer costs less (~€220) and is the entry-level choice; Sonic Mega 8K S offers more capability at a higher price (~€1560.9). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mega 8K S
Phrozen
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–260 € | 1560.90 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.7 × 22.7 × 43.85 cm | 47.2 × 38 × 56.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 5.2 kg | 26 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 77.76 mm | 330 × 185 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 175 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Declared precision | — | 43 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 77.76 mm | 185 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 18 µm | 43 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Film ACF |
| 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 machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market, offering maximum freedom in the workflow. Fully supported by CHITUBOX and Lychee Slicer, it reads the proprietary .CTB and .PRZ formats. Thanks to continuous updates of resin profiles, users can quickly import optimal printing parameters. File management and job initiation occur primarily through the local touchscreen interface and loading via USB drive, maintaining an offline and secure operational setup suitable for production environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer 220 € vs Sonic Mega 8K S 1560.9 € — Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+610%)
- Work area: Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm vs Sonic Mega 8K S 330×185 mm — Sonic Mega 8K S wins (+412%)
Which one to choose
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