Formlabs Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer vs Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer and Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.3×). Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer costs less (~€3750) 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 |
Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 3750 € | ~11000–14000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40.5 × 37.5 × 53 cm | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 58.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 145 × 145 mm | 353 × 196 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 185 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 220 W | 900 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 80 |
| Declared precision | 25 μm | 46 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 145 mm | 196 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 25 µm | 46 µm |
| Light source | Laser | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 80 mm/h |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | 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
Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer
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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: Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 3750 € vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 12500 € — Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer wins (+233%)
- Work area: Form 3+ SLA 3D Printer 145×145 mm vs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+229%)
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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