Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer vs Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer is the cheapest in its class. Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer and Saturn 4 Ultra 16K are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer if price matters more; choose Saturn 4 Ultra 16K if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~169–199 € | 399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 23 × 23 × 43.35 cm | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 5.2 kg | 14.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 143.43 × 89.6 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 150 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 144 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 110 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 150 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 35 μm | 19 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 89.6 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 35 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | mono_lcd | mono_lcd |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70 mm/h | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | fep_standard | tilt |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device supports the leading slicing programs on the market, including Chitubox and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring high flexibility in print file preparation. Integration with these software tools allows optimal management of resin exposure parameters, support generation, and production time optimization. Since there is no mandatory dependence on proprietary cloud platforms, users retain full local control over their workflows via USB file transfer. This feature ensures maximum project confidentiality and operational continuity even without a stable internet connection, making file management simple, secure, and immediate for any level of experience. | The system natively supports ChituBox proprietary slicing software, widely adopted in the resin printing industry, ensuring smooth management of supports and exposure parameters. The machine integrates Wi-Fi connection modules that enable remote management and workflow monitoring. Compatibility with open formats ensures operational flexibility with leading third-party programs, allowing users to optimize printing profiles based on the specific resins used, whether standard or engineering-grade. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer 184 € vs Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 399 € — Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer wins (+117%)
- Work area: Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer 143.43×89.6 mm vs Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 218.88×122.88 mm — Saturn 4 Ultra 16K wins (+109%)
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 5 MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value price. It is the cheapest in its class.
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