Elegoo Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer vs Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with price); Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–260 € | ~450–600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.7 × 22.7 × 43.85 cm | 29 × 29 × 43 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 5.2 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 77.76 mm | 165 × 72 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 175 mm | 180 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 50 W |
| Declared precision | — | 22 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 77.76 mm | 72 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 18 µm | 22 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70 mm/h | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Standard FEP |
| 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 system integrates seamlessly with the leading third-party slicing software available on the market, offering substantial operational flexibility. Users can utilize popular solutions such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, which feature pre-configured and optimized profiles for this specific model, simplifying file preparation and advanced support management. Connectivity occurs primarily via a USB port for offline file transfer, ensuring total stability during the printing process without the risk of interruptions caused by network fluctuations. Exposure parameters are fully customizable directly within the software, allowing for precise optimization across a wide range of both proprietary and third-party resins. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer 220 € vs Sonic Mini 8K Resin 3D Printer 525 € — Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+139%)
Which one to choose
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