Anycubic Photon Mono M5s
Detail King

Anycubic · RESIN

Anycubic Photon Mono M5s

7.8/10
2 reviews

14K resolution on a large build plate. Anycubic's premium resin offering for serious hobbyists.

$339

on Amazon

PrintPick Score
7.8/10
218³mm
Build Volume
150mm/s
Max Speed
0.01mm
Resolution
9.5kg
Weight

PrintPick Scores

Value
8
Beginner
6
Print Quality
10
Speed
7
Reliability
8

Pros

  • +14K resolution for ultra-fine detail
  • +Anti-warping release reduces failed prints
  • +Saturn-class build plate
  • +Great detail on larger models

Cons

  • -Pricier than Elegoo at same size class
  • -Requires wash & cure post-processing
  • -Anycubic app less polished

What the Community Says

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)

Full Specifications

Build Volume218 x 123 x 220 mm
Layer Resolution0.01mm - 0.15mm
Max Print Speed150 mm/s
Weight9.5 kg
TypeResin (MSLA)
Features14K mono LCD, Anti-warping release, Dual cooling, App monitoring

Our Verdict

Competes directly with the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra. Choose it if you want 14K (vs 12K) and prefer Anycubic's brand. Detail is genuinely hard to tell apart at this resolution.

What You'll Also Need

Essential accessories to get started with this printer.

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