Saturn 4 Ultra 16K vs Sonic Mini
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K and Sonic Mini are two resin 3d printing in a similar class. Choose Saturn 4 Ultra 16K if work area matters more; choose Sonic Mini if price matters more.
| Parameter |
Saturn 4 Ultra 16K
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
Sonic Mini
Phrozen
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 399 € | ~190–250 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm | 25 × 25 × 33 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.5 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 218.88 × 122.88 mm | 120 × 68 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 130 mm |
| Power (W) | 144 W | 40 W |
| Voltage (V) | 110 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 19 μm | 62.5 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 122.88 mm | 68 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 19 µm | 62.5 µm |
| Light source | mono_lcd | mono_lcd |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 150 mm/h | 50 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | tilt | fep_standard |
| 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. | The device operates primarily through third-party slicing software widely adopted within the maker community, such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring high flexibility in file preparation. Integration with these programs allows granular control over exposure parameters, support generation, and lift times. The machine features no integrated wireless connectivity or reliance on cloud platforms, requiring completed print files to be transferred exclusively via a removable USB flash drive. This configuration guarantees complete offline operational autonomy and mitigates the risk of interruptions caused by network issues or forced remote software updates. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 218.88×122.88 mm vs Sonic Mini 120×68 mm — Saturn 4 Ultra 16K wins (+230%)
- Price: Saturn 4 Ultra 16K 399 € vs Sonic Mini 220 € — Sonic Mini wins (+81%)
Which one to choose
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