Anycubic Photon Mono 4 vs Sovol SV08
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 ($159, 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 7.4/10. It pulls ahead in Speed. That said, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 saves you $320 and wins on Value, Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono 4 | Sovol SV08 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159 | $479 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 134 x 75 x 130 mm | 350 x 350 x 400 mm |
| Print Speed | 100 mm/s | 700 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 5 kg | 20 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
Sovol SV08
+Voron 2.4 kinematics at $479 instead of $1,000+ in DIY parts and time
+350x350x400mm bed handles nearly anything without splitting prints
+700mm/s is a real number that the machine hits in practice with tuning
+Klipper means you can modify everything: macros, pressure advance, the lot
−Out-of-box calibration takes several hours for first-timers
−QC is inconsistent between batches: some units are great, some need work
−No enclosure, which undermines the engineering material use case
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 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 4 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 4 may be the smarter buy if you need miniatures.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono 4 or Sovol SV08?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is more beginner-friendly (6/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Sovol SV08 worth $320 more than the Anycubic Photon Mono 4?
The Sovol SV08 scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 7.4/10). The extra $320 gets you voron 2.4 kinematics at $479 instead of $1,000+ in diy parts and time.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono 4 and Sovol SV08?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 is RESIN (filament) and the Sovol SV08 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.