Anycubic Photon Mono M5s
$339
Anycubic · RESIN
Anycubic Photon Mono M5s
14K resolution on a Saturn-size build plate, discontinued. Was Anycubic's premium resin answer to Elegoo.
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How It Scores
Pros
- +14K resolution on a Saturn-size plate is the highest resolution in this build volume class
- +Anti-warping release mechanism measurably reduces failed prints on larger models
- +218x123mm plate handles busts, terrain, and multi-model runs
- +Anycubic's community has solid troubleshooting documentation
Cons
- −Pricier than the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra at comparable specs
- −Discontinued: Anycubic support and firmware updates are ending
- −App is functional but rougher than Elegoo's
What Owners Say
“14K detail on a Saturn-size plate. The M5s punches well above its price.”
— r/resinprinting
“Anti-warping release is a real feature, not marketing. My failure rate dropped significantly.”
— VOG (YouTube)
Specs
| Build Volume | 218 x 123 x 220 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.01mm - 0.15mm |
| Max Print Speed | 150 mm/s |
| Weight | 9.5 kg |
| Type | Resin (MSLA) |
| Features | 14K mono LCD, Anti-warping release, Dual cooling, App monitoring |
Verdict
This has been discontinued. The Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra is the active alternative with 12K resolution and active support. Only reason to buy the M5s is a steep discount on remaining stock.
You'll Also Need
Things you'll want before your first print.
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