Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra vs Formlabs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 4 Ultra and Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~9.4×). Saturn 4 Ultra costs less (~€399) 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 Ultra
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 399 € | 3750 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.7 × 32.9 × 54.8 cm | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.5 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) | 150 W | 220 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/s | — |
| 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 | Tilt | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device natively supports the proprietary ChituBox preparation software and is fully compatible with popular third-party slicers in the industry. File management and remote monitoring are handled via the desktop application connected to the local Wi-Fi network. Advanced functions of the integrated camera enable automatic time-lapse video generation and anomaly identification during the placement of initial layers. File transfer is not bound to mandatory proprietary remote servers, ensuring operational continuity offline via the USB port. | 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 Ultra 399 € vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € — Saturn 4 Ultra wins (+840%)
- Work area: Saturn 4 Ultra 218.88×122.88 mm vs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm — Saturn 4 Ultra wins (+28%)
Which one to choose
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