Best Value
Anycubic · RESIN
Anycubic Photon Mono 2
7/10
2 reviewsBudget entry-level resin from Anycubic. 6K resolution for miniatures on a tight budget.
$169
on Amazon
PrintPick Score
7/10
143³mm
Build Volume
80mm/s
Max Speed
0.02mm
Resolution
5.5kg
Weight
PrintPick Scores
Value
9
Beginner
6
Print Quality
8
Speed
5
Reliability
7
Pros
- +Budget resin entry point from a known brand
- +6K sufficient for most miniatures
- +Small and portable
- +Well-supported by Photon Workshop
Cons
- -6K below current 9K/12K standard
- -No WiFi
- -No tilt release
- -Very small build plate
What the Community Says
“For $169, it's a perfectly capable resin printer. Great way to see if resin is for you.”
— r/resinprinting
“Anycubic's tried-and-tested formula. Not flashy, but it works.”
— r/PrintedMinis
Full Specifications
| Build Volume | 143 x 89 x 165 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.02mm - 0.2mm |
| Max Print Speed | 80 mm/s |
| Weight | 5.5 kg |
| Type | Resin (MSLA) |
| Features | 6K mono LCD, USB, Anycubic Photon Workshop slicer |
Our Verdict
If you're picking between this and the Elegoo Mars 4, go with whichever brand you prefer — they're nearly identical at this tier. Both are solid starters.
What You'll Also Need
Essential accessories to get started with this printer.
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