Head-to-head · Best Resin 3d Printers

Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.3 vs 3.3). The gap is mostly about Detail-oriented users seeking maximum print accuracy — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Resin 3d Printers

Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra

4.3

$279.99as of Jul 7

The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra delivers exceptional print quality with its 10K 7 monochrome LCD and advanced COB UV light source, achieving precision down to 0.01-0.05mm. Reviewers noted zero print failures during testing, with excellent detail reproduction on small items like figurines and complex sculptures. However, software issues with model loading and inconsistent support generation remain drawbacks. This printer is ideal for users seeking high-detail resin printing but may not suit beginners due to software quirks and manual adjustment requirements.

Strengths

— Excellent print quality with 0.08mm layer lines visible only under microscope
— Improved UV light source with COB technology and Fresnel lens for accuracy between 0.01-0.05mm
— Support structure generation significantly improved in software version 3.5

Watch-outs

— PhotonWorkshop software has issues loading 3D models on some systems
— Support structure generation can still require manual inspection and adjustment
— Manual orientation required for large print jobs despite auto-organization feature

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Ranked #4 in Best Resin 3d Printers

PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K

3.3

The PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K is a feature-rich resin 3D printer designed to simplify the resin printing workflow. Reviewers praised its 10.1-inch 16K LCD for delivering sharp detail, its leveling-free inverted kinematic system for stability, and the twist-to-release build plate for easy print removal. The optional AFU adds automation for long prints but has limitations in fully emptying the resin vat. While some users noted challenges with direct-on-plate printing due to the grooved plate, the printer is considered ideal for beginners and miniature makers seeking high-resolution output without complex setup.

Strengths

— 16K mono LCD with 15,120 x 6,230 pixel resolution delivering 14 x 19 µm pixel size for high-detail prints
— Leveling-free build plate with fixed platform design that eliminates manual leveling and reduces vibration artifacts
— Twist-to-release quick ejecting build plate that allows print removal without scraping, reducing risk of damage

Watch-outs

— AFU does not fully empty the resin vat
— Grooved build plate can complicate direct-on-plate printing

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How they stack up

Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra

The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra stands out with its superior 0.01-0.05mm precision and advanced COB UV light source, making it superior to the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K which lacks built-in resin heating and the PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K which has limitations with its AFU system. However, it falls short compared to the Elegoo Mars 3 Ultra in terms of software reliability and user-friendliness, and unlike the Phrozen Sonic Mini 8k S, it doesn't offer a plug-and-play setup experience.

PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K

The PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K distinguishes itself with its leveling-free build plate and twist-to-release mechanism, features not found in the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra or Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K. While it's more complex than the Elegoo Mars 3 Ultra in terms of setup and lacks the software support of the Elegoo Saturn 4, it provides a more automated workflow for long prints with its optional AFU system.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra	PioCreat HALOT-X1 16K
Build Volume	153.4 x 87 x 165 mm	211.68 x 118.37 x 200mm
Printing Technology	Mono LCD Resin	LCD resin 3D printing
Display Resolution	9024 x 5120	15,120 x 6,230 px (14 x 19 µm)
Pixel Size	17 x 17 μm	14 × 19 µm
Printing Speed	120 mm/h (high speed resin)	Up to 170 mm/h
UV Wavelength	405 nm	405nm
Layer Height	0.02-0.15mm	0.01–0.2mm

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