Anycubic Photon Mono M5s vs Kingroon KLP1
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s ($339, RESIN) and Kingroon KLP1 ($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 M5s takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 7.6/10. It pulls ahead in Print Quality, Reliability. That said, the Kingroon KLP1 saves you $40 and wins on Value, Speed.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono M5s | Kingroon KLP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $339 | $299 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 218 x 123 x 220 mm | 200 x 200 x 200 mm |
| Print Speed | 150 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 8.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 |
Pros & Cons
Anycubic Photon Mono M5s
+14K resolution for ultra-fine detail
+Anti-warping release reduces failed prints
+Saturn-class build plate
+Great detail on larger models
−Pricier than Elegoo at same size class
−Requires wash & cure post-processing
−Anycubic app less polished
Kingroon KLP1
+Enclosed with linear rails at $299
+CoreXY kinematics
+Klipper pre-installed
+Compact enclosed footprint
−Small 200mm build volume
−Kingroon community smaller than competitors
−Needs tuning out of box
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for detail
- 14K mono LCD
- Anti-warping release
- Dual cooling
Choose the Kingroon KLP1 if you want:
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for compact
- A great printer for diy
- Enclosed
- Linear rails
- CoreXY
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s better than the Kingroon KLP1?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s scores higher (7.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the Kingroon KLP1 may be the smarter buy if you need enclosed.
Which is better for beginners, Anycubic Photon Mono M5s or Kingroon KLP1?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Kingroon KLP1 to save $40.
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s worth $40 more than the Kingroon KLP1?
The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 7.6/10). The extra $40 gets you 14k resolution for ultra-fine detail.
What's the main difference between Anycubic Photon Mono M5s and Kingroon KLP1?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s is RESIN (filament) and the Kingroon KLP1 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.