Elegoo Saturn 4 vs Formlabs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 4 and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~12.1×). Saturn 4 costs less (~€309) 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 4
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~299–319 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 13.5 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 145 × 145 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 185 mm |
| Power (W) | 144 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Declared precision | 0.02 mm | 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) | 70 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is supported by major slicing software on the market, including optimized profiles for CHITUBOX and VoxelDance Tango, ensuring broad operational flexibility. The system relies entirely on USB connection for file transfer and offline printing, eliminating any dependency on cloud services. The onboard interface is managed via a practical 3.5-inch resistive touchscreen that allows users to start prints, monitor basic parameters, and utilize automated diagnostic features, such as the initial self-check of mechanics and sensors. | 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 4 309 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — Saturn 4 wins (+1114%)
- Work area: Saturn 4 218.88×122.88 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — Saturn 4 wins (+28%)
Which one to choose
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