Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer and Sonic Mighty Revo 16K are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~12×). Sonic Mighty Revo 16K costs less (~€955.9) and is the entry-level choice; Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€11499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer
Formlabs
F4 · Semi-professional
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Sonic Mighty Revo 16K
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 11499 € | 955.90 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm | 35.3 × 34.5 × 51.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 58.5 kg | 22.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 353 × 196 mm | 211.68 × 118.37 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 235 mm |
| Power (W) | 900 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 80 | — |
| Declared precision | 46 μm | 14 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 196 mm | 118.37 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 46 µm | 14 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 80 mm/h | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Tilt | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Printer management is handled by the proprietary PreForm software, a well-proven tool that automatically optimizes model orientation, support generation, and build area layout. PreForm integrates natively with popular medical and dental CAD workflows, supporting standard formats such as STL and OBJ. The system offers advanced algorithms to calculate specific print parameters for each Formlabs resin. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring options via USB, Ethernet, and local Wi-Fi. Although the Dashboard cloud platform is available for remote production monitoring and fleet management, the printer remains fully operational offline, ensuring the security of sensitive data within clinical environments. | The machine is natively compatible with major resin slicers, including Chitubox and Lychee Slicer, ensuring a well-established and versatile workflow. It features Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, supporting remote management via the proprietary Phrozen GO app, which allows users to monitor print status in real-time and receive notifications. It also supports local file transfer via USB port, offering operational flexibility without a network connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer 11499 € vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K 955.9 € — Sonic Mighty Revo 16K wins (+1103%)
- Work area: Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer 353×196 mm vs Sonic Mighty Revo 16K 211.68×118.37 mm — Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer wins (+176%)
Which one to choose
Choose Form 4BL Medical Resin 3D Printer if…
you value work area. It is the one with the largest build area in its class.
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