Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K vs Formlabs Form 4B
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K and Form 4B are not direct competitors: very different prices (~13.8×). Saturn 4 Ultra 16K costs less (~€399) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4B offers more capability at a higher price (~€5499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4B
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 399 € | 5499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm | 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.5 kg | 18.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 210 mm |
| Power (W) | 144 W | 480 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/min | 100 |
| Declared precision | 19 μm | 50 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122.88 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 19 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 100 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Tilt | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system natively supports ChituBox proprietary slicing software, widely adopted in the resin printing industry, ensuring smooth management of supports and exposure parameters. The machine integrates Wi-Fi connection modules that enable remote management and workflow monitoring. Compatibility with open formats ensures operational flexibility with leading third-party programs, allowing users to optimize printing profiles based on the specific resins used, whether standard or engineering-grade. | Print job management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, which enables automatic model layout, optimized orientation, and guided generation of retention supports. The program integrates preconfigured and validated print profiles for all proprietary materials, reducing the need for manual calibrations by the user. Through the Dashboard cloud platform, users can remotely monitor production progress, manage print queues for multiple devices, and analyze material consumption. The software architecture requires a network connection for advanced monitoring features, but it also allows files to be transferred via local USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi connections, ensuring operational flexibility inside the laboratory. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 399 € vs Form 4B 5499 € — Saturn 4 Ultra 16K wins (+1278%)
- Work area: Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 218.88×122.88 mm vs Form 4B 200×125 mm — Saturn 4 Ultra 16K wins (+8%)
Which one to choose
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