Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer and Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~46.2×). Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer costs less (~€249) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€11499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer
Formlabs
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 249 € | 11499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 26 × 26.8 × 45.15 cm | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.8 kg | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 77.76 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 72 W | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 2.5 mm/min | 80 |
| Declared precision | 18 μm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 77.76 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 18 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Tilt | 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 management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, a well-proven tool that automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and build area layout. PreForm integrates natively with popular medical and dental CAD workflows, supporting standard formats such as STL and OBJ. The system offers advanced algorithms to calculate specific print parameters for each Formlabs resin. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring options via USB, Ethernet, and local Wi-Fi. Although the Dashboard cloud platform is available for remote production monitoring and fleet management, the printer remains fully operational offline, ensuring the security of sensitive data within clinical environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 249 € vs Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer 11499 € — Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer wins (+4518%)
- Work area: Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer 153.36×77.76 mm vs Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer wins (+480%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 5 Ultra Resin 3D Printer if…
you value price.
Choose Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer if…
you value work area.
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