Artillery Genius Pro vs Longer Orange 4K
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Artillery Genius Pro ($249, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K ($129, RESIN) 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 Artillery Genius Pro takes the crown with 7.4/10 vs 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K saves you $120 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Artillery Genius Pro | Longer Orange 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249 | $129 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 118 x 66 x 190 mm |
| Print Speed | 200 mm/s | 80 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Artillery Genius Pro
+Dual Z axis keeps first layers even over weeks of printing without releveling
+Silent stepper drivers: quiet enough for a bedroom at 200mm/s
+Direct drive handles TPU and flexible filaments without feeding issues
+Build quality feels more solid than most sub-$300 machines
−200mm/s is the pace of 2021; the Creality V3 KE hits 500mm/s for the same money
−No WiFi or camera: bring your USB stick, every time
−Open frame means ABS is a gamble in anything less than a controlled environment
Longer Orange 4K
+$129 is the absolute floor for resin printing
+WiFi at this price is genuinely surprising
+4K resolution is enough to see if resin is your thing
−118x66mm build plate: one mini at a time, if they're small
−4K resolution is dated next to 9K and 12K competitors
−Long-term reliability is unknown; smaller community means fewer fixes documented online
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Artillery Genius Pro if you want:
- A great printer for beginners
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for compact
- Direct drive
- Auto bed leveling
- Dual Z axis
Choose the Longer Orange 4K if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Artillery Genius Pro better than the Longer Orange 4K?
By the numbers, the Artillery Genius Pro scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Longer Orange 4K may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Artillery Genius Pro or Longer Orange 4K?
The Artillery Genius Pro is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Artillery Genius Pro worth $120 more than the Longer Orange 4K?
The Artillery Genius Pro scores higher overall (7.4/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $120 gets you dual z axis keeps first layers even over weeks of printing without releveling.
What's the main difference between Artillery Genius Pro and Longer Orange 4K?
Technology: the Artillery Genius Pro is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.