Saturn 3 Ultra vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 3 Ultra and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.8×). Saturn 3 Ultra costs less (~€549) and is the entry-level choice; Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€3750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Saturn 3 Ultra
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.24 × 31.24 × 52.74 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 2.5 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 19 µm | 25 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122.88 mm | 145 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 19 µm | 25 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Laser |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device offers flexible connectivity manageable via integrated wireless network or standard USB port, facilitating the transfer of print files without physical proximity constraints. It natively supports the main formats generated by the most popular slicing software in the resin 3D printing landscape, such as CHITUBOX and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring full compatibility and flexibility in the digital workflow. The proprietary firmware ensures smooth management of settings directly from the touch screen interface integrated on the machine. Since no mandatory dependencies on closed cloud platforms are found, the user maintains total control over their files and local print preparation, guaranteeing maximum data privacy and operational continuity even without an internet connection. | Print process management is handled by PreForm, a highly optimized proprietary software that automates model orientation, support generation, and slicing using advanced algorithms. PreForm offers an intuitive interface and diagnostic tools that minimize print failures. Although it is not possible to use third-party open-source slicers due to the closed nature of the ecosystem, the native integration ensures perfect calibration with original materials. The software includes network file transmission capabilities and is tightly connected to the Dashboard cloud platform, which enables remote monitoring of printers and resin consumption, without being strictly mandatory for the machine's core offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Saturn 3 Ultra 549 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — Saturn 3 Ultra wins (+583%)
- Work area: Saturn 3 Ultra 218.88×122.88 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — Saturn 3 Ultra wins (+28%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Saturn 3 Ultra on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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