Best Value
At a glance
Anycubic · Resin (MSLA)
- Score
- 7/10
- Rank
- n/a/12
- Build
- 2.1 L
- Speed
- 80 mm/s
- Layer
- 0.02 mm
Anycubic Photon Mono 2
- Discontinued. Buy it only from remaining stock or used.
- 2.1 L of build space (143×89×165 mm), 0.4× the 5.8 L average.
- Best at value: 9/10, against an average of 8.4.
- The catch: No tilt release means FEP replacements add up quickly.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
By Shadman Rahman · Prices checked
The verdict
Discontinued. Buy only from stock or used.
Discontinued and outclassed. The Elegoo Mars 4 offers 7K with WiFi from a brand with better community support. Only buy this if the price difference is significant.
Where the Photon Mono 2 won
- #3 of 13Top 3 resin printers for value9/10 vs 8.4/10 average
- #3 of 13Top 3 resin printers for beginner-friendliness6/10 vs 5.9/10 average
- #7 of 13Top 7 resin printers for speed5/10 vs 5.6/10 average
The numbers behind it
Right side is the average of the 12 current resin printers we track. Teal wins the row.
Photon Mono 2Anycubic · RESIN
vsAverage12 resin printers
| Photon Mono 2 | Spec | Average of 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 L | Build volume | 5.8 L (wins) |
| 80 mm/s | Top speed | 106 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.02 mm | Finest layer | 0.01 mm (wins) |
| 5.5 kg | Weight | 9.3 kg |
Scores out of 10
| Photon Mono 2 | Spec | Average of 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 9 (wins) | Value | 8.4 |
| 6 (wins) | Beginner | 5.9 |
| 8 | Print quality | 9.1 (wins) |
| 5 | Speed | 5.6 (wins) |
| 7 | Reliability | 7.6 (wins) |
| 7 | Overall | 7.3 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 143 × 89 × 165 mmPhoton Mono 2
- 330 × 185 × 400 mmSonic Mega 8K S2, largest current resin
What owners say
For [the price], it's a perfectly capable resin printer. Great way to see if resin is for you.
r/resinprintingAnycubic's tried-and-tested formula. Not flashy, but it works.
r/PrintedMinis
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +6K resolution still delivers usable miniature detail for most tabletop purposes
- +Compact and portable: stores on a shelf when not in use
- +Photon Workshop slicer is decent for an entry-level tool
- +Anycubic's brand reliability is solid at this tier
Cons
- −No tilt release means FEP replacements add up quickly
- −No WiFi: USB-only workflow
- −6K resolution is outdated next to similarly priced competitors offering 7K and 9K
- −Discontinued: no firmware updates coming
Full specs
| Build volume | 143 × 89 × 165 mm |
|---|---|
| Layer resolution | 0.02 to 0.2 mm |
| Top speed | 80 mm/s |
| Weight | 5.5 kg |
| Type | Resin (MSLA) |
Features
- 6K mono LCD
- USB
- Anycubic Photon Workshop slicer
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the build volume of the Anycubic Photon Mono 2?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 has a build volume of 143 x 89 x 165 mm.
Is the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 good for beginners?
The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 scores 6/10 for beginner-friendliness. It's suitable for beginners with some patience.
What are the pros and cons of the Anycubic Photon Mono 2?
Pros: 6K resolution still delivers usable miniature detail for most tabletop purposes. Compact and portable: stores on a shelf when not in use. Photon Workshop slicer is decent for an entry-level tool. Anycubic's brand reliability is solid at this tier. Cons: No tilt release means FEP replacements add up quickly. No WiFi: USB-only workflow. 6K resolution is outdated next to similarly priced competitors offering 7K and 9K. Discontinued: no firmware updates coming.
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