Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K vs Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K and Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~31.3×). Saturn 4 Ultra 16K costs less (~€399) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€12500). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 399 € | ~11000–14000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.5 kg | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 144 W | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/min | 80 |
| Declared precision | 19 μm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122.88 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 19 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 80 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. | Workflow management relies on a proprietary software ecosystem developed to optimize model preparation and machine control. The slicing software performs advanced calculations for automatic part orientation and optimized support generation, minimizing material consumption and facilitating post-print removal. Integration with remote monitoring platforms allows users to supervise job progress, residual resin levels, and hardware diagnostics via local networks or dedicated tools. Regular firmware updates ensure continuous refinement of printing parameters for the various supported materials, ensuring maximum compatibility and operational stability throughout the device's entire lifecycle. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Largest work area Intermediate
The largest work area among intermediate Resin 3D printing machines: 692 cm².
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 399 € vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 12500 € — Saturn 4 Ultra 16K wins (+3033%)
- Work area: Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 218.88×122.88 mm vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+157%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer if…
you value work area. It is the one with the largest build area in its class.
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