Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 and Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K are both RESIN 3D printers competing in the same price bracket, $159 vs $199. Both are scored across value, beginner-friendliness, quality, speed, and reliability. Here's the full breakdown.
Our Verdict
The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 takes the crown with 7.4/10 vs 7/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Speed. The Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K still puts up a fight in Reliability.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono 4 | Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159 | $199 |
| Type | RESIN | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 134 x 75 x 130 mm | 134 x 75 x 130 mm |
| Print Speed | 100 mm/s | 80 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 5 kg | 5 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 |
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
Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K
+35-micron XY resolution still produces detailed minis despite the lower resolution count
+Phrozen's build quality and reliability track record is among the best in the category
+Compact footprint fits into tight shelf spaces
−4K resolution in a world of 8K and 12K is a real gap: fine details are softer
−134x75mm build plate is one of the smallest on the list
−No WiFi: USB-only file management
−80mm/hr speed is the same as entry-level machines that cost half as much
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 Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K if you want:
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for detail
- A great printer for resin
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- 35-micron XY resolution
- ParaLED 2.0
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 better than the Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K may be the smarter buy if you need miniatures.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono 4 or Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 to save $40.
Is the Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K worth $40 more than the Anycubic Photon Mono 4?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 actually scores higher (7.4/10) despite costing $40 less. The Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K only makes sense if you specifically need miniatures.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono 4 and Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K?
Build volume (134x75x130mm vs 134x75x130mm) and print speed (100 vs 80 mm/s). The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is best for miniatures; the Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K targets miniatures.