Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra vs Phrozen Sonic Mighty Revo 14K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Same process, same launch year and a nearly identical plate: the question is what the price gap actually buys. On manufacturer-declared values the XY resolution is 19 µm versus 16.8 µm, and the rest is about how you keep an eye on the print.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 399 € | 895.40 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.7 × 32.9 × 54.8 cm | 35.3 × 34.5 × 51.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.5 kg | 18 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 223 × 126 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 235 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 19 μm | 16.8 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122.88 mm | 126 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 19 µm | 16.8 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| 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. | The printer is fully compatible with leading resin slicing software, including Chitubox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring flexibility in model preparation. A key advantage is its seamless integration with the Phrozen GO mobile app, which allows for 24/7 monitoring and remote management of the printing process. Firmware updates may be required to unlock certain advanced features, such as time-lapse photography in synergy with specific software versions of Chitubox. |
The differences that matter
- Price → €399 versus €895.40: the Sonic Mighty Revo 14K costs about €500 more.
- Plate and height → 218.88×122.88 mm and 220 mm versus 223×126 mm and 235 mm: a part that fits on one almost always fits on the other, with 15 mm more height on the Phrozen.
- XY resolution → 19 µm versus 16.8 µm: about 2 µm on paper, so for miniatures and prototypes the decision isn't made here.
- Monitoring → built-in camera with time-lapse and first-layer checks on the Saturn 4 Ultra, mobile app Phrozen GO on the Sonic Mighty Revo 14K: two ways of watching a print, and on the Phrozen the time-lapse may need updates.
Which one to choose
Choose Saturn 4 Ultra if…
you print miniatures and prototypes and want to follow the plate from the PC, with the built-in camera producing the time-lapse and flagging anomalies in the first layers. The trade-off: monitoring goes through the desktop app on the local Wi-Fi network, and height and declared resolution are slightly lower.
Choose Sonic Mighty Revo 14K if…
you leave long prints running and want to check them from your phone with Phrozen GO at any hour, or you print somewhat taller parts. You pay in money and setup: it costs more than twice as much, and the time-lapse may need a firmware update and a specific ChituBox version.
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