Anycubic Photon Mono M5sDiscontinued
- Price
- $339
- Score
- 7.8/10
- Wins
- 0/5
Last recorded price, not a current one.
Anycubic Photon Mono M5s vs Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra
- Buy the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra at $459.
- The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s scores higher, 7.8 vs 7.8 out of 10, but it is discontinued.
Specs and US prices from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra
- Price
- $459
- Score
- 7.8/10
- Wins
- 0/5
The verdict
Buy the Saturn 4 Ultra.
The Photon Mono M5s scores higher but is discontinued. Upgrade from the Mars when the build plate becomes the bottleneck. Terrain, busts, full squads in one run: this is where it makes sense. If you're just printing individual minis, the Mars 5 Ultra saves you $175.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Photon Mono M5sAnycubic · RESIN
vsSaturn 4 UltraElegoo · RESIN
| Photon Mono M5s | Spec | Saturn 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| $339 (wins) | Price | $459 |
| 5.9 L | Build volume | 5.9 L |
| 150 mm/s | Top speed | 150 mm/s |
| 0.01 mm | Finest layer | 0.01 mm |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 11 kg |
Features
| Photon Mono M5s | Feature | Saturn 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 14K mono LCD | No |
| Yes | Anti-warping release | No |
| Yes | Dual cooling | No |
| Yes | App monitoring | No |
| No | 12K mono LCD | Yes |
| No | Tilt release | Yes |
| No | Air purifier | Yes |
| No | WiFi | Yes |
| No | Larger build plate | Yes |
Value math
$339 ÷ 5.9 L and $459 ÷ 5.9 L. Lower is more printer for the money.
| Photon Mono M5s | Spec | Saturn 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| $57.47 (wins) | $ per liter | $77.81 |
| $2.26 (wins) | $ per mm/s | $3.06 |
Scores out of 10
| Photon Mono M5s | Spec | Saturn 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Value | 8 |
| 6 | Beginner Friendliness | 6 |
| 10 | Print Quality | 10 |
| 7 | Speed | 7 |
| 8 | Reliability | 8 |
| 7.8 | Overall | 7.8 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 218 × 123 × 220 mm
- 218 × 123 × 220 mm
What owners say
14K detail on a Saturn-size plate. The M5s punches well above its price.
Photon Mono M5s owner, r/resinprintingAnti-warping release is a real feature, not marketing. My failure rate dropped significantly.
Photon Mono M5s owner, VOG (YouTube)Batch-printing a full Warhammer army on this thing is a dream come true.
Saturn 4 Ultra owner, r/resinprintingIf you've outgrown the Mars, the Saturn is the obvious next step.
Saturn 4 Ultra owner, 3D Printing Nerd (YouTube)
Pros & Cons
Photon Mono M5s
- +14K resolution on a Saturn-size plate is the highest resolution in this build volume class
- +Anti-warping release mechanism measurably reduces failed prints on larger models
- +218x123mm plate handles busts, terrain, and multi-model runs
- −Pricier than the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra at comparable specs
- −Discontinued: Anycubic support and firmware updates are ending
Saturn 4 Ultra
- +218x123mm plate fits a full Warhammer squad in one run, not two
- +12K resolution holds up just as well as the Mars at 14K for most print sizes
- +Tilt release is worth it at this plate size: peel forces on large prints are brutal without it
- −Resin consumption goes up fast when you're filling a plate this size
- −Post-processing for a full plate run takes 45-60 minutes minimum
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s better than the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra?
They tie at 7.8/10. The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s suits resin and miniatures, while the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra is aimed at resin and miniatures.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono M5s or Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s to save $120.
Is the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra worth $120 more than the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s?
The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s actually scores higher (7.8/10) despite costing $120 less. The Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra only makes sense if you specifically need resin.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono M5s and Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra?
Build volume (218x123x220mm vs 218x123x220mm) and print speed (150 vs 150 mm/s). The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s is best for resin; the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra targets resin.