Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S vs Phrozen Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Two large-format resin printers with the same mono LCD light source. What decides is whether build area or pixel fineness matters more: 43 µm against 23 µm in XY.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1560.90 € | ~1400–2200 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.2 × 38 × 56.6 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 26 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 330 × 185 mm | 302.4 × 162 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Declared precision | 43 μm | 23 µm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 185 mm | 162 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 43 µm | 23 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 70 mm/h | — |
| Tilt / peel system | Film ACF | Standard FEP |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | The machine adopts an open approach and is fully compatible with the most popular third-party slicers on the market, including ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer, offering maximum flexibility to expert users. This choice allows professionals to easily integrate the new hardware into established workflows without having to adapt to closed or restrictive proprietary software ecosystems. The absence of a forced cloud dependency also ensures full control over print files and the ability to operate offline in environments where data security and confidentiality, especially for industrial models or patents, are an absolute priority. |
The differences that matter
- XY 43 µm against 23 µm (manufacturer's stated values) → the finest details resolve better on the Mighty Revo.
- Area 330 × 185 mm against 302.4 × 162 mm → the Mega fits more parts per plate, or a larger model.
- 1,560.90 € against an estimate of 1,400–2,200 € → the price gap is not certain.
Which one to choose
Choose Sonic Mega 8K S if…
you print batches of parts or large models: the area is 330 × 185 mm against 302.4 × 162 mm. It starts at 1,560.90 €, while the other is estimated between about 1,400 and 2,200 €. You accept a 43 µm pixel, so fine detail and curved surfaces resolve less sharply.
Choose Sonic Mighty Revo 16K MAX if…
you print miniatures or detail parts, where the 23 µm in XY counts. You give up part of the area (302.4 × 162 mm), and a price advantage is not certain: the estimate runs from about 1,400 to 2,200 €. The film is a standard FEP, not the ACF of the other machine.
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