Elegoo Mars 5 vs Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Two 2024 MSLA resin printers that differ in plate size and detail: about €184 for a 143×90 mm plate and 35 µm, €399 for a 219×123 mm plate and 19 µm. Price and area say what kind of work each one does.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard FEP | 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 about €184 vs €399 → more than double for the larger machine.
- Plate 143×90 vs 219×123 mm → about twice the surface: more parts per cycle.
- XY resolution 35 vs 19 µm → the Saturn reproduces smaller detail on miniatures.
- Stated speed 70 vs 150 mm/h → on a 6 cm model about 51 vs 24 minutes of ideal lift.
Which one to choose
Choose Mars 5 if…
you print miniatures or small parts now and then and want to start at about €184. The plate is 143.43×89.6 mm, the footprint 23×23 cm. You accept 35 µm XY resolution, a stated lift speed of 70 mm/h and standard FEP.
Choose Saturn 4 Ultra 16K if…
you print in batches or wider parts: the 218.88×122.88 mm plate has about twice the surface, XY resolution is 19 µm and the stated lift speed is 150 mm/h, with a tilt peel system (manufacturer-stated values). You pay €399, more than double, and need a 32.7×32.9 cm base against 23×23.
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