Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra

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Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra

  • Scores 8.2 out of 10, #1 of 12 current resin printers.
  • 2.7 L of build space (153×89×200 mm), 0.5× the 5.8 L average.
  • Best at print quality: 10/10, against an average of 9.1.
  • The catch: Build plate is 153x89mm: anything larger needs to be sliced and assembled.

Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.

By Shadman Rahman · Prices checked

Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra
Illustration generated with AI from the manufacturer's published design. Not a photograph.
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At a glance

Elegoo · Resin (MSLA)

Score
8.2/10
Rank
#1/12
Build
2.7 L
Speed
150 mm/s
Layer
0.01 mm
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The verdict

Buy the Mars 5 Ultra. #1 of 12 resin printers.

Miniature painters: buy this. The 14K detail is not matched anywhere near this price. Just know the resin workflow before you commit: it's messier than FDM and the supplies add up.

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Why buy the Mars 5 Ultra

  • #1 of 12Best resin printer for overall score8.2/10 vs 7.3/10 average
  • #1 of 12Joint best resin printer for beginner-friendliness7/10 vs 5.9/10 average
  • #1 of 12Joint best resin printer for print quality10/10 vs 9.1/10 average

The numbers behind it

Right side is the average of the 12 current resin printers we track. Teal wins the row.

Mars 5 UltraElegoo · RESIN
vs
Average12 resin printers
Mars 5 Ultra and Average of 12 compared: specs
Mars 5 UltraSpecAverage of 12
2.7 LBuild volume5.8 L (wins)
150 mm/s (wins)Top speed106 mm/s
0.01 mmFinest layer0.01 mm (wins)
7.5 kgWeight9.3 kg

Scores out of 10

Mars 5 Ultra and Average of 12 compared: PrintPick scores out of 10
Mars 5 UltraSpecAverage of 12
9 (wins)Value8.4
7 (wins)Beginner5.9
10 (wins)Print quality9.1
7 (wins)Speed5.6
8 (wins)Reliability7.6
8.2 (wins)Overall7.3

Build space, front view, to one scale

  • 153 × 89 × 200 mmMars 5 Ultra
  • 330 × 185 × 400 mmSonic Mega 8K S2, largest current resin

What owners say

  • The detail on my D&D minis is insane. My painting group can't believe these are home-printed.
    r/PrintedMinis
  • 14K resolution means you can print things FDM users can only dream about.
    Uncle Jessy (YouTube)

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +14K resolution renders chainmail and sword hilts at a level FDM can't get near
  • +Tilt release means fewer ripped FEP films mid-print
  • +Built-in air purifier cuts the resin smell noticeably; still needs ventilation but less aggressively
  • +WiFi monitoring so you don't have to babysit the machine

Cons

  • −Build plate is 153x89mm: anything larger needs to be sliced and assembled
  • −Resin printing means gloves, IPA, and a wash station are non-negotiable purchases
  • −Post-processing adds 30-45 minutes after every print: wash, cure, support removal

Full specs

Build volume153 × 89 × 200 mm
Layer resolution0.01 to 0.2 mm
Top speed150 mm/s
Weight7.5 kg
TypeResin (MSLA)

Features

  • 14K mono LCD
  • Tilt release
  • Air purifier
  • WiFi

Buy these with it

A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.

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Where the Mars 5 Ultra makes the cut, and what it beats.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the build volume of the Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra?

The Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra has a build volume of 153 x 89 x 200 mm.

Is the Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra good for beginners?

The Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra scores 7/10 for beginner-friendliness. It's a great choice for beginners.

What are the pros and cons of the Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra?

Pros: 14K resolution renders chainmail and sword hilts at a level FDM can't get near. Tilt release means fewer ripped FEP films mid-print. Built-in air purifier cuts the resin smell noticeably; still needs ventilation but less aggressively. WiFi monitoring so you don't have to babysit the machine. Cons: Build plate is 153x89mm: anything larger needs to be sliced and assembled. Resin printing means gloves, IPA, and a wash station are non-negotiable purchases. Post-processing adds 30-45 minutes after every print: wash, cure, support removal.

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