Anycubic Photon Mono M5s vs Sovol SV06 Plus
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s ($339, 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 M5s takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 7.2/10. It pulls ahead in Print Quality, Speed. That said, the Sovol SV06 Plus saves you $40 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Anycubic Photon Mono M5s | Sovol SV06 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $339 | $299 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 218 x 123 x 220 mm | 300 x 300 x 340 mm |
| Print Speed | 150 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 12 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 |
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
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 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 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 M5s better than the Sovol SV06 Plus?
By the numbers, the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s scores higher (7.8/10). 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 M5s or Sovol SV06 Plus?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Sovol SV06 Plus to save $40.
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s worth $40 more than the Sovol SV06 Plus?
The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 7.2/10). 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 Sovol SV06 Plus?
Technology: the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s is RESIN (filament) and the Sovol SV06 Plus is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.