Longer Orange 4K V2 vs Sovol SV08
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Longer Orange 4K V2 ($199, RESIN) and Sovol SV08 ($479, 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 Sovol SV08 takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $280.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Longer Orange 4K V2 | Sovol SV08 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 | $479 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 120 x 68 x 195 mm | 350 x 350 x 400 mm |
| Print Speed | 90 mm/s | 700 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 4.8 kg | 20 kg |
| Overall Score | 6/10 | 7.8/10 |
Pros & Cons
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
Sovol SV08
+Voron 2.4 kinematics at $479 instead of $1,000+ in DIY parts and time
+350x350x400mm bed handles nearly anything without splitting prints
+700mm/s is a real number that the machine hits in practice with tuning
+Klipper means you can modify everything: macros, pressure advance, the lot
−Out-of-box calibration takes several hours for first-timers
−QC is inconsistent between batches: some units are great, some need work
−No enclosure, which undermines the engineering material use case
Who Should Buy Which?
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
Choose the Sovol SV08 if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for speed
- A great printer for diy
- Voron-inspired CoreXY
- Klipper
- Auto bed leveling
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Longer Orange 4K V2 better than the Sovol SV08?
By the numbers, the Sovol SV08 scores higher (7.8/10). 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, Longer Orange 4K V2 or Sovol SV08?
Both score 5/10 for beginners. Go with the Longer Orange 4K V2 to save $280.
Is the Sovol SV08 worth $280 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Sovol SV08 scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 6/10). The extra $280 gets you voron 2.4 kinematics at $479 instead of $1,000+ in diy parts and time.
What's the main difference between Longer Orange 4K V2 and Sovol SV08?
Technology: the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (filament) and the Sovol SV08 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.