Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 3B+
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer and Form 3B+ are not direct competitors: very different prices (~19.5×). Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer costs less (~€249) and is the entry-level choice; Form 3B+ offers more capability at a higher price (~€4849). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3B+
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 249 € | 4849 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 26 × 26.8 × 45.15 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.8 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) | 100 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 2.5 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 18 μm | 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 | Tilt | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Machine control and management rely on a flexible and modern software ecosystem. The device natively supports leading industry slicing programs, including ChituBox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring extensive customization of printing parameters. Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity allows for remote monitoring and file transmission via cloud functionalities or cluster management, streamlining the workflow in multi-unit laboratory environments. The proprietary firmware handles real-time error notifications, such as resin shortage or residues in the vat, interfacing directly with the touchscreen display to guide the user through operational troubleshooting independently and safely. | Printer control is managed by PreForm, Formlabs' proprietary print preparation software. This application automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and layout arrangement, integrating specific algorithms to maximize the yield of medical resins. The system supports standard file formats such as STL and OBJ. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can monitor print status, track material consumption, and manage job queues remotely for entire fleets of machines. Although network connectivity (Wi-Fi and Ethernet) facilitates advanced management, the printer retains the ability to operate in local mode via data transfer via USB. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 249 € vs Form 3B+ 4849 € — Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer wins (+1847%)
- Work area: Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm vs Form 3B+ 145×145 mm — Form 3B+ wins (+76%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer if…
you value price.
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