Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Creality K2 Plus
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 ($159, RESIN) and Creality K2 Plus ($899, 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 Creality K2 Plus takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 7.4/10. It pulls ahead in Speed, Reliability. That said, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 saves you $740 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono 4 | Creality K2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159 | $899 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 134 x 75 x 130 mm | 350 x 350 x 350 mm |
| Print Speed | 100 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 5 kg | 27 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Anycubic Photon Mono 4
+$159 is the lowest you'll pay for 10K resolution resin printing
+Compact enough to fit on a shelf with the build plate folded
+10K resolution prints minis that genuinely impress non-printers
−134x75mm build plate: barely fits more than two minis at once
−USB-only workflow, no WiFi at any price point in this tier
−Slow: 100mm/hr means longer overnight print sessions
Creality K2 Plus
+350mm enclosed cube: nothing else in the consumer space matches this volume at the price
+Multi-color CFS means you're not limited to single-filament on big jobs
+Active carbon filtration handles ABS fumes at this scale
+Independent dual Z keeps the bed level on a platform this large
−27kg means you set it up once and it stays there
−CFS adds setup complexity that single-color users don't need to pay for
−At $899, this is a commitment; make sure you need 350mm before buying
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 if you want:
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for budget
- 10K mono LCD
- Laser-cut build plate
- USB
Choose the Creality K2 Plus if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for professional
- A great printer for multi-color
- Enclosed
- 350mm build volume
- CFS multi-color
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 better than the Creality K2 Plus?
By the numbers, the Creality K2 Plus scores higher (7.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 may be the smarter buy if you need miniatures.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono 4 or Creality K2 Plus?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 to save $740.
Is the Creality K2 Plus worth $740 more than the Anycubic Photon Mono 4?
The Creality K2 Plus scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 7.4/10). The extra $740 gets you 350mm enclosed cube: nothing else in the consumer space matches this volume at the price.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono 4 and Creality K2 Plus?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is RESIN (filament) and the Creality K2 Plus is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.