Comparing a faster resin option

Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra

An MSLA resin printer with a monochrome 10K screen, the same volume as the Mono 4, plus a high-speed resin advertised up to 120 mm/h.

Resin153.4 × 87 × 165 mmCover

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Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra, manufacturer image
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Specification sources reviewed 2026-09-12. These are manufacturer claims, not measurements by Find My 3D Printer.

Why consider it?

Speed advertised up to 120 mm/h with the high-speed resin, failed-print detection, and a light uniformity algorithm rated at 90% or higher.

What to verify

Same compact 2.2L volume as the Mono 4: speed improves, not the footprint.

The specifications that matter

Process
Resin
Nominal build volume
153.4 × 87 × 165 mm
Enclosure
Protective cover, not a thermal chamber
Multicolor
One resin at a time; no automatic color switching.
Materials
Standard resin, High Speed Resin 2.0, and a 14K texture resin per Anycubic.

Allow room for supports and the chosen orientation. Confirm the exact nozzle, feeder, included accessories and installation clearance against the manual and seller’s listing.

Which projects is it for?

The Photon Mono 4 Ultra carries over the same volume as the Mono 4, 153.4 × 87 × 165 mm per Anycubic, with an identical monochrome 10K screen (9024 × 5120px, 17 × 17µm pixels). It targets the same use case: miniatures, figurines, and detailed parts in a compact format.

The difference is speed: with High Speed Resin 2.0, the machine advertises up to 120 mm/h at 0.1mm layer height, a 60% increase over the previous generation per the manufacturer, versus 80 mm/h maximum with standard resin.

Materials and setup

The printer runs standard resin, High Speed Resin 2.0, and a 14K texture resin per Anycubic, each with its own exposure profile. The light source combines a COB chip and Fresnel lens with a uniformity algorithm advertised at 90% or higher.

Failed-print detection monitors anomalies (cracks, detachment, layer separation) and pauses the print if an issue appears per the manufacturer, alongside monitoring of the remaining resin level.

What the bundle includes or not

Some listings pair the printer with a bundle including resin (1kg), an air purifier, a cleaning kit, and a screen protector, but this content varies by bundle and is not guaranteed when buying the machine alone.

A dedicated wash-and-cure station is not included in these starter bundles and remains a separate accessory per Anycubic. Check the retailer's listing for the exact bundle contents before comparing prices.

Warranty terms and technical support can also differ between Anycubic's own store and a third-party retailer. Since resin printing involves ongoing consumables (high-speed resin, isopropyl alcohol, gloves), it's worth pricing those recurring costs before comparing two machines on purchase price alone.

Alternatives to compare

For a lower price at the same volume, the Photon Mono 4 remains the most direct comparison. For a notably larger plate, the Photon Mono M7 steps up to 223 × 126 × 230 mm.

The Anycubic page covers the rest of the manufacturer's lineup, and the resin printer buying guide helps weigh speed against format for your usual projects.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Mono 4 Ultra print faster than the standard Mono 4?

Yes, with High Speed Resin 2.0, Anycubic advertises up to 120 mm/h versus a maximum of 80 mm/h with standard resin on the Mono 4. The build volume stays identical between the two models.

Is resin included when buying the Mono 4 Ultra?

It depends on the listing: some starter bundles include 1kg of resin and cleaning accessories, others don't. Check the exact contents on the retailer's listing before comparing prices.

What does failed-print detection do?

Per Anycubic, it monitors anomalies like cracks or detachment of the part during printing, pauses the machine, and alerts the user to limit wasted resin and time.

Sources and limits

We have not measured noise, real printing speed, accuracy or reliability. Manufacturer images do not establish the contents of the selected bundle.