Anycubic · RESIN
Anycubic Photon Mono 4
Cheapest entry into high-detail resin printing. Great for tabletop miniatures on a tight budget.
PrintPick Scores
Value
10
Beginner
6
Print Quality
9
Speed
5
Reliability
7
Pros
- +Cheapest high-detail resin printer
- +10K resolution
- +Compact
- +Low entry cost
Cons
- -Very small build plate
- -No WiFi
- -USB-only
- -Slow compared to newer models
Specifications
| Build Volume | 134 x 75 x 130 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.01mm - 0.15mm |
| Max Print Speed | 100 mm/s |
| Weight | 5 kg |
| Type | Resin (MSLA) |
| Features | 10K mono LCD, Laser-cut build plate, USB |
Our Verdict
The absolute lowest cost of entry for resin. If you just want to try resin printing without a big investment, start here.
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