Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Sovol SV06 Plus
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 ($159, RESIN) and Sovol SV06 Plus ($299, 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 Value, Print Quality. The Sovol SV06 Plus still puts up a fight in Reliability.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono 4 | Sovol SV06 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159 | $299 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 134 x 75 x 130 mm | 300 x 300 x 340 mm |
| Print Speed | 100 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 5 kg | 12 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
Sovol SV06 Plus
+300x300mm bed at $299 is 37% more area than the Ender 3's 220mm
+Linear rails mean consistent layer quality even on long print runs
+All-metal hotend handles PETG and ABS without heat creep issues
+Proven design with enough community documentation to solve most problems
−250mm/s max speed is slower than the modern budget standard
−Larger footprint than the Ender 3: measure your space first
−Bed leveling needs regular attention at this plate size
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 Sovol SV06 Plus if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for reliability
- All-metal direct drive
- Auto bed leveling
- PEI build plate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 better than the Sovol SV06 Plus?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Sovol SV06 Plus may be the smarter buy if you need large-prints.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono 4 or Sovol SV06 Plus?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 to save $140.
Is the Sovol SV06 Plus worth $140 more than the Anycubic Photon Mono 4?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 actually scores higher (7.4/10) despite costing $140 less. The Sovol SV06 Plus only makes sense if you specifically need large-prints.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono 4 and Sovol SV06 Plus?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is RESIN (filament) and the Sovol SV06 Plus is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.