Saturn 3 Ultra vs Sonic Mini 8K S
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 3 Ultra and Sonic Mini 8K S are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Saturn 3 Ultra if work area matters more; choose Sonic Mini 8K S if price matters more.
| Parameter |
Saturn 3 Ultra
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mini 8K S
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | ~299–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.24 × 31.24 × 52.74 cm | 29 × 29 × 43 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 165 × 72 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 170 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 2.5 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 19 µm | 22 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122.88 mm | 72 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 19 µm | 22 µm |
| Light source | mono_lcd | mono_lcd |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | acf_film | fep_standard |
| 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. | The machine offers broad compatibility with leading third-party slicing software options, notably popular solutions like Chitubox, Lychee Slicer, and Voxeldance Tango. This software flexibility prevents users from being locked into a restrictive, closed proprietary ecosystem, allowing them to utilize advanced support generation and model orientation algorithms. File transfer is handled entirely offline via a standard USB port, a design choice that prioritizes connection stability during data transmission but lacks native Wi-Fi connectivity or cloud-based management features. Material profiles are easily accessible and customizable, significantly streamlining the fine-tuning of exposure times for a wide variety of commercial 405nm photopolymer resins available on the market. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Saturn 3 Ultra 218.88×122.88 mm vs Sonic Mini 8K S 165×72 mm — Saturn 3 Ultra wins (+126%)
- Price: Saturn 3 Ultra 549 € vs Sonic Mini 8K S 324.5 € — Sonic Mini 8K S wins (+69%)
Which one to choose
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