Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra
$199
Elegoo · RESIN
Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra
9K resin at $199 with tilt release. The sweet spot in Elegoo's Mars lineup for miniature painters.
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How It Scores
Pros
- +9K resolution is a meaningful jump from 7K: finer surface texture, sharper edges on small parts
- +Tilt release means FEP films last longer; $50 less per year in consumables is real money
- +Built-in air purifier takes the edge off the smell without requiring an external solution
- +WiFi monitoring means you can start a print and check it from another room
Cons
- −153x77mm plate is tight for anything larger than small character models
- −Still needs a wash and cure station: budget $50-80 extra
- −Resin workflow is messier and slower to start than FDM
What Owners Say
“Tilt release at this price is a game changer. My FEP films last twice as long.”
— r/resinprinting
“9K detail on D&D minis is breathtaking. Worth every penny of the $199.”
— Uncle Jessy (YouTube)
Specs
| Build Volume | 153 x 77 x 165 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.01mm - 0.2mm |
| Max Print Speed | 100 mm/s |
| Weight | 6.8 kg |
| Type | Resin (MSLA) |
| Features | 9K mono LCD, Tilt release, WiFi, Air purifier |
Verdict
If you're choosing between the Mars 4 ($149) and this, spend the $50 more. The tilt release alone extends FEP life enough to justify it. The 9K detail is also noticeably sharper on fine models.
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