Formlabs Form 4 vs Formlabs Form 4B
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 4 leads on the available specs (starting with price); Form 4B makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Form 4
Formlabs
F3 · Advanced
|
Form 4B
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 4349 € | 5499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm | 39.8 × 36.7 × 55.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.3 kg | 18.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 200 × 125 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 210 mm | 210 mm |
| Power (W) | 480 W | 480 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 100 | 100 |
| Declared precision | 50 μm | 50 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 50 µm | 50 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| UV power (mW/cm²) | 16 mW/cm² | — |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 100 mm/h | 100 mm/h |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The printing process is managed by the proprietary PreForm software, a closed application that automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and production time calculations. This software environment is designed to ensure a highly streamlined and standardized workflow, ideal for professional contexts where result predictability is crucial. PreForm integrates seamlessly with the manufacturer's ecosystem, receiving continuous updates that introduce new profiles for proprietary resins. The machine also offers optional access to Fleet Control and the cloud-based Dashboard platform, which are advanced tools that allow users to monitor print queues, manage multiple units in parallel, and track material consumption in real time remotely. | 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: Form 4 4349 € vs Form 4B 5499 € — Form 4 wins (+26%)
Which one to choose
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