Bambu Lab P1S
- Speed
- 500 mm/s
- Score
- 9/10
- Wins
- 5/5
Bambu Lab P1S vs Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2
- The Bambu Lab P1S takes the crown with 9/10 vs 6.6/10.
- It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2
- Speed
- 100 mm/h
- Score
- 6.6/10
- Wins
- 0/5
The verdict
Buy the P1S.
9/10 vs Sonic Mega 8K S2's 6.6/10, and it wins 5 of 5 categories. Buy this if you print ABS, ASA, or anything that smells or warps in open air. The enclosure and filtration aren't optional extras, they're the whole point. If you only print PLA, save some money and get the A1 Combo.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
P1SBambu Lab · FDM
vsSonic Mega 8K S2Phrozen · RESIN
| P1S | Spec | Sonic Mega 8K S2 |
|---|---|---|
| 16.8 L | Build volume | 24.4 L (wins) |
| 500 mm/s | Top speed | 100 mm/s |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.01 mm (wins) |
| 14.13 kg | Weight | 22 kg |
Features
| P1S | Feature | Sonic Mega 8K S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Enclosed | No |
| Yes | Multi-material (AMS) | No |
| Yes | WiFi | Yes |
| Yes | Camera | No |
| Yes | HEPA filter | No |
| Yes | Active chamber heating | No |
| No | 8K mono LCD | Yes |
| No | 33cm build plate | Yes |
| No | Dual tilt release | Yes |
| No | Phrozen OS | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| P1S | Spec | Sonic Mega 8K S2 |
|---|---|---|
| 8 (wins) | Value | 7 |
| 8 (wins) | Beginner Friendliness | 4 |
| 10 (wins) | Print Quality | 9 |
| 9 (wins) | Speed | 5 |
| 10 (wins) | Reliability | 8 |
| 9 (wins) | Overall | 6.6 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 256 × 256 × 256 mm
- 330 × 185 × 400 mm
What owners say
The P1S is the printer I tell people to buy when they say 'I want something that just works.'
P1S owner, r/3DprintingRefreshing a best seller. The P1S is the strong choice for anyone wanting to print ABS without headaches.
P1S owner, Tom's HardwarePrinted a half-scale bust in a single run. The Mega 8K S2 is in a class of its own.
Sonic Mega 8K S2 owner, r/resinprintingIf you sell resin prints, the Mega 8K S2 pays for itself fast. Batch printing changes everything.
Sonic Mega 8K S2 owner, VOG (YouTube)
Pros & Cons
P1S
- +HEPA filter actually handles ABS fumes, not just PLA smell
- +CoreXY at 500mm/s inside an enclosed chamber
- +Reliability track record is as good as anything at this price
- −Sold without AMS, which adds another $100-150 on top
- −Enclosure lid has to come off to reach prints mid-job
Sonic Mega 8K S2
- +330x185mm plate is the largest resin build area in the consumer market at this price
- +8K detail across the full plate without the hot spot degradation that plagues cheaper large-format LCDs
- +Dual tilt release on a plate this size prevents the vacuum seal failures that ruin large prints
- −This resin printer is a serious investment, plus $80-120 for a wash station to match
- −High resin consumption: a full plate run uses 400-500ml, which adds up weekly
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
- ELEGOO PLA filament, 1kgThe easy filament to start on. Prints at low temperatures and warps less.
- ELEGOO PETG filament, 1kgTougher and more heat tolerant than PLA, for parts that get handled or sit in the sun.
- SUNLU filament dryer S1 PlusWet filament causes stringing and rough surfaces. A dryer fixes that before you blame the printer.
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bambu Lab P1S better than the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1S scores higher (9/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2 may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Bambu Lab P1S or Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2?
The Bambu Lab P1S is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 4/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2 worth paying more for over the Bambu Lab P1S?
The Bambu Lab P1S actually scores higher (9/10) despite costing less. The Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2 only makes sense if you specifically need resin.
What's the main difference between Bambu Lab P1S and Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2?
Technology: the Bambu Lab P1S is FDM (filament) and the Phrozen Sonic Mega 8K S2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.