Bambu Lab P1S Combo vs Creality Halot-Mage Pro
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Bambu Lab P1S Combo ($699, FDM) and Creality Halot-Mage Pro ($299, 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 Bambu Lab P1S Combo takes the crown with 8.8/10 vs 7.2/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Creality Halot-Mage Pro saves you $400.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Bambu Lab P1S Combo | Creality Halot-Mage Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699 | $299 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 256 x 256 x 256 mm | 228 x 128 x 230 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 120 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 17.5 kg | 9.8 kg |
| Overall Score | 8.8/10 | 7.2/10 |
Pros & Cons
Bambu Lab P1S Combo
+Enclosed chamber plus AMS multi-material in one box, no separate AMS purchase
+HEPA filter handles ABS fumes; the enclosure keeps chamber temperature stable
+Up to 16 colors by daisy-chaining 4 AMS units
+Bambu's reliability track record is the best in the consumer market
−$699 is a significant step up from the A1 Combo's $399
−The P1S hardware is being superseded by the P2S; check current pricing before buying
−AMS still wastes filament on color transitions; purge blocks help but don't eliminate it
−Enclosure lid has to come off to reach prints mid-job
Creality Halot-Mage Pro
+Integral light source eliminates the uneven exposure common in budget MSLA printers
+8K resolution at $299 undercuts most Saturn-class competitors
+Built-in air purifier is functional, not decorative
+Creality's brand means spare parts and community resources are accessible
−Creality's resin-specific community is smaller than Elegoo's well-established base
−Firmware has shipped with bugs that need patching before first use
−228x128mm plate is slightly smaller than the Elegoo Saturn at the same price point
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S Combo if you want:
- A great printer for engineering
- A great printer for abs
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for multi-color
- Enclosed CoreXY
- Multi-material (AMS, up to 16 colors with 4 units)
- WiFi
Choose the Creality Halot-Mage Pro if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for detail
- 8K mono LCD
- Integral light source
- WiFi
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bambu Lab P1S Combo better than the Creality Halot-Mage Pro?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1S Combo scores higher (8.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Creality Halot-Mage Pro may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Bambu Lab P1S Combo or Creality Halot-Mage Pro?
The Bambu Lab P1S Combo is more beginner-friendly (7/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Bambu Lab P1S Combo worth $400 more than the Creality Halot-Mage Pro?
The Bambu Lab P1S Combo scores higher overall (8.8/10 vs 7.2/10). The extra $400 gets you enclosed chamber plus ams multi-material in one box, no separate ams purchase.
What's the main difference between Bambu Lab P1S Combo and Creality Halot-Mage Pro?
Technology: the Bambu Lab P1S Combo is FDM (filament) and the Creality Halot-Mage Pro is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.