Anycubic Photon Mono 2 vs Sovol SV08
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 ($169, RESIN) and Sovol SV08 ($479, FDM) use fundamentally different technologies. FDM melts filament layer by layer; resin cures liquid with UV light. Here's how they stack up.
Our Verdict
The Sovol SV08 takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 7/10. It pulls ahead in Speed. That said, the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 saves you $310 and wins on Beginner Friendliness.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono 2 | Sovol SV08 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169 | $479 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 143 x 89 x 165 mm | 350 x 350 x 400 mm |
| Print Speed | 80 mm/s | 700 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.02 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 5.5 kg | 20 kg |
| Overall Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Anycubic Photon Mono 2
+Budget resin entry point from a known brand
+6K sufficient for most miniatures
+Small and portable
+Well-supported by Photon Workshop
−6K below current 9K/12K standard
−No WiFi
−No tilt release
−Very small build plate
Sovol SV08
+Voron design for fraction of DIY cost
+Huge build volume
+700mm/s speed
+Very hackable
−Requires tinkering
−Not beginner-friendly
−QC can be inconsistent
−No enclosure
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- 6K mono LCD
- USB
- Anycubic Photon Workshop slicer
Choose the Sovol SV08 if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for speed
- A great printer for diy
- Voron-inspired CoreXY
- Klipper
- Auto bed leveling
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 better than the Sovol SV08?
By the numbers, the Sovol SV08 scores higher (7.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono 2 or Sovol SV08?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 is more beginner-friendly (6/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Sovol SV08 worth $310 more than the Anycubic Photon Mono 2?
The Sovol SV08 scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 7/10). The extra $310 gets you voron design for fraction of diy cost.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono 2 and Sovol SV08?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 is RESIN (filament) and the Sovol SV08 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.