Creality CR-M4 vs Longer Orange 4K
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Creality CR-M4 ($599, 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 Longer Orange 4K takes the crown with 6.4/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness. The Creality CR-M4 still puts up a fight in Reliability.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Creality CR-M4 | Longer Orange 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599 | $129 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 450 x 450 x 470 mm | 118 x 66 x 190 mm |
| Print Speed | 200 mm/s | 80 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 38 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 6/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Creality CR-M4
+450mm build volume: print a torso, a chest plate, a full helmet in one run
+Dual Z axis keeps a bed this large from sagging mid-print
+Relatively affordable for the volume: comparable machines cost $1,500+
+Direct drive handles flexible and abrasive materials on a large scale
−200mm/s is the slowest print speed on the list by a wide margin: large prints take days
−38kg: this printer lives where you put it, forever
−Open frame on a 450mm machine means ABS warping is brutal without a DIY enclosure
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 Creality CR-M4 if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for cosplay
- A great printer for professional
- 450x450x470mm build volume
- Auto bed leveling
- Dual Z motors
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 Creality CR-M4 better than the Longer Orange 4K?
By the numbers, the Longer Orange 4K scores higher (6.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Creality CR-M4 may be the smarter buy if you need large-prints.
Which is better for beginners, Creality CR-M4 or Longer Orange 4K?
The Longer Orange 4K is more beginner-friendly (5/10 vs 4/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Creality CR-M4 worth $470 more than the Longer Orange 4K?
The Longer Orange 4K actually scores higher (6.4/10) despite costing $470 less. The Creality CR-M4 only makes sense if you specifically need large-prints.
What's the main difference between Creality CR-M4 and Longer Orange 4K?
Technology: the Creality CR-M4 is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.