Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Kingroon KP3S Pro V2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 ($159, RESIN) and Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 ($159, 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 Anycubic Photon Mono 4 takes the crown with 7.4/10 vs 7.2/10. It pulls ahead in Print Quality. The Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 still puts up a fight in Beginner Friendliness.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono 4 | Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159 | $159 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 134 x 75 x 130 mm | 200 x 200 x 200 mm |
| Print Speed | 100 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 5 kg | 6.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 |
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
Kingroon KP3S Pro V2
+Linear rails at $159 is genuinely unusual: this feature normally costs $300+
+Direct drive handles TPU without the feeding nightmares of a Bowden setup
+Compact footprint fits on a shelf without dedicating a full desk to it
−200mm cube limits what you can print in one go
−Kingroon's community is small: if something breaks, you're mostly solving it alone
−Firmware is functional but hasn't had meaningful updates in a while
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 Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for compact
- Linear rails
- Direct drive
- Auto bed leveling
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 better than the Kingroon KP3S Pro V2?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono 4 or Kingroon KP3S Pro V2?
The Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 is more beginner-friendly (7/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Which is the better value, Anycubic Photon Mono 4 or Kingroon KP3S Pro V2?
Same price ($159), so it comes down to features. The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 edges ahead on value score.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono 4 and Kingroon KP3S Pro V2?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is RESIN (filament) and the Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.