Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra vs Kingroon KLP1
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra ($299, RESIN) and Kingroon KLP1 ($299, FDM) 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 Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra takes the crown with 8/10 vs 7.6/10. It pulls ahead in Print Quality, Reliability. The Kingroon KLP1 still puts up a fight in Speed.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra | Kingroon KLP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $299 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 218 x 123 x 260 mm | 200 x 200 x 200 mm |
| Print Speed | 150 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 10.5 kg | 8.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 |
Pros & Cons
Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra
+218x123mm plate holds a full 10-model squad in one run at 12K resolution
+Tilt release on a plate this size dramatically reduces FEP tears
+Terrain, dungeon tiles, and large busts all fit without splitting
+150mm/hr speed is faster than most competitors at this plate size
−A full plate run goes through resin fast: budget for 500ml+ per session
−Post-processing for a full plate takes the better part of an hour
−At $299, you're also spending $80-120 on a wash and cure station before you can print anything
Kingroon KLP1
+Enclosed CoreXY with linear rails and Klipper at $299: this combination normally costs $400+
+Compact enough to fit on a shelf while still being fully enclosed
+Klipper access means you can tune everything from macros to pressure advance
+CoreXY inside an enclosure means ABS and PETG print cleanly
−200mm cube is the real limitation: larger parts need splitting
−Kingroon's community is thin: if something breaks, you're mostly solving it from Klipper docs and Reddit
−Needs calibration time out of the box before it prints well
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for large-prints
- 12K mono LCD
- Tilt release
- Air purifier
Choose the Kingroon KLP1 if you want:
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for compact
- A great printer for diy
- Enclosed
- Linear rails
- CoreXY
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra better than the Kingroon KLP1?
By the numbers, the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra scores higher (8/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Kingroon KLP1 may be the smarter buy if you need enclosed.
Which is better for beginners, Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra or Kingroon KLP1?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra to save $0.
Which is the better value, Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra or Kingroon KLP1?
Same price ($299), so it comes down to features. The Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra edges ahead on value score.
What's the main difference between Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra and Kingroon KLP1?
Technology: the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra is RESIN (filament) and the Kingroon KLP1 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.