Artillery Genius Pro vs Longer Orange 4K V2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Artillery Genius Pro ($249, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K V2 ($199, 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 6/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $50.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Artillery Genius Pro | Longer Orange 4K V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249 | $199 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 120 x 68 x 195 mm |
| Print Speed | 200 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 |
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 V2
+Better light uniformity than the V1 means fewer dark patches at plate edges
+WiFi at $199 is a feature the original didn't have
+Compact enough to store in a drawer when not printing
−4K resolution is dated: the Elegoo Mars 4 offers 7K for $149 with better community support
−120x68mm plate is small even by entry-level standards
−Longer's support community is thin: problems are harder to solve than on Elegoo hardware
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 V2 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Artillery Genius Pro better than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
By the numbers, the Artillery Genius Pro scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Longer Orange 4K V2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Artillery Genius Pro or Longer Orange 4K V2?
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 $50 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Artillery Genius Pro scores higher overall (7.4/10 vs 6/10). The extra $50 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 V2?
Technology: the Artillery Genius Pro is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.