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 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
+Anycubic's community has solid troubleshooting documentation
−Pricier than the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra at comparable specs
−Discontinued: Anycubic support and firmware updates are ending
−App is functional but rougher than Elegoo's
Kingroon KLP1
+Enclosed CoreXY with linear rails and Klipper at $299: this combination normally costs $400+
+Compact enough to fit on a shelf while still being fully enclosed
+Klipper access means you can tune everything from macros to pressure advance
+CoreXY inside an enclosure means ABS and PETG print cleanly
−200mm cube is the real limitation: larger parts need splitting
−Kingroon's community is thin: if something breaks, you're mostly solving it from Klipper docs and Reddit
−Needs calibration time out of the box before it prints well
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 on a saturn-size plate is the highest resolution in this build volume class.
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.