Formlabs Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer vs Phrozen Sonic Mighty 4K
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer and Sonic Mighty 4K are not direct competitors: very different prices (~21.7×). Sonic Mighty 4K costs less (~€575) 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 Mighty 4K
Phrozen
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~11000–14000 € | ~500–650 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 66.4 × 52.8 × 79.4 cm | 29.3 × 29.3 × 43.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 58.5 kg | 8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 353 × 196 mm | 200 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | 900 W | 72 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 80 | — |
| Declared precision | 46 μm | 52 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 196 mm | 125 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 46 µm | 52 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 80 mm/h | 80 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Standard FEP |
| 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 device ensures broad compatibility with the main third-party slicing software programs available on the market, including widely used solutions such as ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer. File management is primarily handled via offline transfer using the USB port located on the front of the chassis, or by utilizing the wired Ethernet network connection for remote monitoring within a local network. There are no restrictions or dependencies on proprietary cloud platforms, allowing users to work in complete autonomy and protect the intellectual property of their print files without requiring an active internet connection during the manufacturing process. |
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 Mighty 4K
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The differences that matter
- Price: Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 12500 € vs Sonic Mighty 4K 575 € — Sonic Mighty 4K wins (+2074%)
- Work area: Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer 353×196 mm vs Sonic Mighty 4K 200×125 mm — Form 4L MSLA 3D Printer wins (+177%)
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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