Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer vs Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer and Sonic Mega 8K S are not direct competitors: very different prices (~8×). Sonic Mega 8K S costs less (~€1560.9) 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 4L MSLA 3D Printer
Formlabs
F2 · Intermediate
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Sonic Mega 8K S
Phrozen
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~11000–14000 € | 1560.90 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm | 47.2 × 38 × 56.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 58.5 kg | 26 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 353 × 196 mm | 330 × 185 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 900 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 80 | — |
| Declared precision | 46 μm | 43 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 196 mm | 185 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 46 µm | 43 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 80 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Film ACF |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market, offering maximum freedom in the workflow. Fully supported by CHITUBOX and Lychee Slicer, it reads the proprietary .CTB and .PRZ formats. Thanks to continuous updates of resin profiles, users can quickly import optimal printing parameters. File management and job initiation occur primarily through the local touchscreen interface and loading via USB drive, maintaining an offline and secure operational setup suitable for production environments. |
MakerSpecs Awards
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 →Sonic Mega 8K S
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The differences that matter
- Price: Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 12500 € vs Sonic Mega 8K S 1560.9 € — Sonic Mega 8K S wins (+701%)
- Work area: Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm vs Sonic Mega 8K S 330×185 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+13%)
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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