The Best 3D Printers of 2024 - FOR MINIATURES AND MORE - ULTIMATE RESIN BUYERS GUIDE
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- Опубліковано 16 чер 2024
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Buy your printers here (Alphabetical Order)
Anycubic Photon D2 - geni.us/PhotonUltra
Amazon - geni.us/AnycubicPhotonD2
Anycubic Photon Mono 2 - Anycubic - geni.us/PhotonMono2
Amazon - geni.us/AnycubicPhotonMono2
Anycubic Photon Mono X 6k S - geni.us/MonoX6Ks
Amazon - geni.us/AnycubicMonoX6kS
Anycubic Photon Mono M5 - geni.us/PhotonM5
Amazon - geni.us/AnycubicPhotonMonoM5
Anycubic Photon Mono M5s - geni.us/PhotonM5s
Amazon - geni.us/AnycubicPhotonMonoM5s
Elegoo Mars 3 Pro -shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=218327...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooMars3ProFH
Elegoo Mars 4 - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=235104...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooMars4
Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=235105...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooMars4UltraFH
Elegoo Mars 4 Max - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=233181...
Amazon - my.geni.us/links#!
Elegoo Mars 4 DLP - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=232161...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooMars4DLPFH
Elegoo Saturn 8k - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=218326...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooSaturn8kFH
Elegoo Saturn 2 - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=218326...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooSaturn2FH
Elegoo Saturn 3 - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=235104...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooSaturn3FH
Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra - shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=235104...
Amazon - geni.us/ElegooSaturn4UltraFH
Geeetech Alkaid: www.geeetech.com/365.html
Phrosen Sonic Mini 8k - www.kqzyfj.com/click-10054016...
Amazon - geni.us/PhrozenSonicMini8kS
Phrozen Sonic Mighty 8k - www.tkqlhce.com/click-1005401...
Amazon - geni.us/PhrozenSonicMighty8k
Phrozen Sonic Mighty 12k - www.dpbolvw.net/click-1005401...
Uniformation GKTwo - geni.us/Unfomation (Discount Code “FAUXHAMMER")
Amazon - geni.us/UniformationGKTWO
See all reviews (Alphabetical Order)
Anycubic Photon D2 - • What is a DLP 3D Print...
Anycubic Photon Mono 2 - • The LITTLE PRINTER tha...
Anycubic Photon Mono X 6k S - • Anycubic Photon Mono X...
Anycubic Photon Mono M5 - • Anycubic Photon Mono M...
Anycubic Photon Mono M5s - • Anycubic Photon Mono M...
Elegoo Mars 3 Pro - • The Sweet-Spot for 3D ...
Elegoo Mars 4 - • Elegoo Mars 4 9k Revie...
Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra - • Elegoo Mars 4 Ultra Re...
Elegoo Mars 4 Max - • Elegoo Mars 4 Max Revi...
Elegoo Mars 4 DLP - • Elegoo Mars 4 DLP Revi...
Elegoo Saturn 8k - • Why don't more people ...
Elegoo Saturn 2 - • Everything Wrong with ...
Elegoo Saturn 3 - • Elegoo Saturn 3 Review...
Elegoo Saturn Ultra - • Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra ...
Geeetech Alkaid: • Geeetech Alkaid Review...
Phrosen Sonic Mini 8k - • Phrozen Sonic Mini 8kS...
Phrozen Sonic Mighty 8k - • What Elegoo and Anycub...
Phrozen Sonic Mighty 12k - • Phrozen Sonic Mighty 1...
Uniformation GKTwo - • Uniformation GKtwo - B...
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00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Upcoming Printers
01:14 - Start Here
02:12 - Geeetech Alkaid
02:32 - Mars 3 Vs Mono 2
03:37 - Best Beginner Printer
04:20 - Mars 4
04:49 - Mars 4 Ultra
05:52 - Sonic Mini 8k
06:27 - Mars 4 DLP Vs Photon D2
07:23 - Mars 4 Max
08:16 - Mono X 6k S
08:40 - What Size Printer?
09:21 - Saturn 8k
10:05 - Saturn 2
10:34 - M3 Premium
10:52 - Mighty 8k
11:28 - Saturn 3
13:03 - M5 & M5s
14:14 - Saturn 3 Ultra
14:56 - Uniformation GKTWO
17:22 - Conclusions - Розваги
Alternative title Suggestion: "Climbing the 'for just 40 Dollar more...' ladder".
Hahah, it was almost something like that
But wait, there's more!!
For just 40 dollars more you can take the escalator.
I just want a printer for building my very own terrain for my matches w friends. Do you think a complete nooby like me can do it w easy w one of these?
@@sl-lin0bi529 For Terrain any Resin printer will do I think. (just choose a size and price you like)
But keep in mind that it's really messy and not just 'Hit print and have Terrain ready'.
I hardly ever comment on videos, but I watch all your updates and you are by far my favorite resin printer reviewer. This is clearly the culmination of all your hard work for the viewers, and I can see this video blowing up in an absolutely huge way. Thank you for all your effort in making the terrifyingly difficult choice of buying a resin printer, into an easy and enjoyable one!
Thanks so kindly and I really do appreciate you taking the time to comment
Hello sir,
Pls advise me which one is the best for jewellery manufacturer for best and mirror surface in best minimum micron in XY ?
Your study in this kind of CAM machine is really extra ordinary, i really appreciate you for this kind of work for your viewer .So pls suggest me which model is best for best smooth surfaces.
@@kamalzaveri4089 You asked for the best, which means the answer will be something like a Flashforge Waxjet that cost 70,000 dollars. That's for results that doesn't require any processing, otherwise just grab a Mars DLP printer for its sharpness and start there but you'll be dealing with scan lines that need post processing.
I have been preparing myself for this black friday the whole year, and i am 100% new at this printing gig, so, looking for enlightment here on youtube, i found your video. This has been the most clarifying and helpful video about 3D printers that i have watched so far, thank you so much for the effort you have put here, i will be looking for more videos on your channel, as i am about to buy an Elegoo printer.
which one did you get?
Bought GKTwo on your recommendation just two weeks ago -- it's an awesome beast. Definitely designed with "it's a tool not a hobby" mindset.
Couldn't agree more! And thanks
I started with any Anycubic S which has been a good starter and it was a gift. I want my next resin printer to be my last … or at least my last for a long time, so my mum always taught me to save up and buy the better quality. Thanks for making me aware of the best. $850 is honestly not bad if it lasts me for years and allows me to finally create the larger characters that I’ve always wanted to build and paint.
I wish I knew... I'm even more confused on what to buy
Thanks for all the advice in your videos. I'm upgrading from a Creality Ld-002r and based on your recommendations I've gone for the Saturn 3 Ultra.
@fauxhammer Just wanted to say thank you for helping my new 3d printer paralysis! I ended up going for the GK2 and definitely put your name on it in checkout so you get the kickback! Thanks so much for making these videos!
I got a Anycubic photon mono 4k as a Christmas gift, and finally opened it up this week. I admit I went from hero to zero when the sample file printed great, but then was exposed to the whole world of slicing (gulp).
I really appreciate your content as it has really helped me these last few days.
I think, for the time being, I'm going to focus on learning via this unit, but I'm excited to see what options are out there.
I'm sticking with the D2 I got earlier this year. After pairing it with Craftsman Resin, upgrading the vat to a metal one lined with ACF film, and using a 25c heater; I've been getting decent prints with it that I'm pretty happy with.
That said I'll keep an eye on GKTwo and Elegoo if they ever make vastly improved DLP printers. I've ruined a few printers due to user error (cracked screens from forgetting to remove hardened resin from a failed print, leaks damaging glass and boards...) and having a thick plate of glass instead of an LCD/Mono screen has given me lots of peace of mind.
D2 is a great printer, lots of benefits to DLP
Your reviews have been a huge benefot to my decision making efforts on my newest printer. Thanks m8.
Glad I could help
This is a fantastic guide, I will be linking people to this when I get asked what printer they should buy from now on.
Thanks so much
lol i keep jumping back and forth between amazon and youtube with each pick. this video got me on the edge of my seat
Thank you for doing this video. I have been looking for my first 3D resin printer for awhile now to print miniatures. I tend to do a lot of research before buying things as a lot of things sound great on the outside, but after doing research on the item, they end up not being what they seemed. All that to say, I almost bought a Phrozen Sonic Mini 8ks, but now I think I am definitely going with the Uniformation GKTWO. Wish I had caught the $230 off sale for the Printer + Wash Station + Curing Box bundle. Ohwell. At least I know what printer I want now. Thanks again for the review and insight. It is very much appreciated.
I got a GKtwo as my first resin printer in large part because of your original review. I liked it a lot but had some growing pains with it coming from using a Bambu x1c for FDM printing, but I keep realizing how many things the GKtwo does right that I take for granted. It just has so many small (and large) things that make it so much more user friendly and while I could handle a different printer now, there is no way I would have had the focus or time to learn on most of the other printers out there without pulling my hair out. It was totally worth it.
I have a photon mono right now as my "starter" that i bought before i'd really even done any homework on printing as a whole, but I'm definitely going for the GKTwo when i upgrade, specifically for the extra features like the heater. I've got my little photon dialed in and singing about as well as i can, but overnight temperature swings in the 50 or 60 degrees fahrenheit range are not uncommon in my area, and that's the culprit in an overwhelming majority of my failed prints
That will be one hell of a jump in lrinters
12:40, as a long-time follower of the channel, and someone who works in optics. I was very happy to see you pronounce Fresnel correctly. Keep up the good work.
Between you and I, I’ve know all along 😉. Been a photographer for years
Picked up the gktwo based on your earlier review and love it. Thank you.
Great to hear! Enjoy it!
Me and my roomie are total beginners, we talked about buying it as a set, with the wash and cure stations. Just over 1400 Dollars seems like a decent price.
Would you recommend it for complete beginners?
Great video! super informative, thank you very much for putting in the time for people like me!
Great video. Been looking for something like this for a while.
Glad I could help
Thanks for all the reviews and comparisons…as a first time buyer it’s a lot to take in and understand, then decide which way to go. I enjoy painting miniatures and am looking for a way to produce my own miniatures rather than purchasing them retail.
After amazon informed me of the existence of 3d resin printers "on sale" in the form of the M5S and watching this I bought the Elegoo saturn 3 ultra. Since you asked, personally I wanted the absolute maximum detail I could get, it may not matter but making whatever my heart desires out of a liquid turned hard plastic is the coolest thing ever imo. I now have everything I need for medium-high grade post processing and painting for what I consider to be only a small dent in my savings overall and I'm absolutely hooked, 3 weeks in, 15 bottles of 1000g in 12 varieties/colors, and a ton of noob mistakes later .-. this is my new favorite hobby even considering the safety steps for ventilation/contamination.
Excellent, exactly what I needed. Thanks
Glad it helped! Get a GKTWO ;)
Just bought an Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra this morning very excited as this is my first printer. I bought it because of our conversation - used your link so hopefully you get your little kickback :)
Thanks kindly, great printer
i bought the UniFormation one after alot of looking around, reading and watching youtube videos. and i can say that i am glad that a bought that one. i got to print almost straight away no problems and sooooo easy to use!
Fantastic, I just got my second and was printing with it within an hour of unboxing
Thanks for the video! This past year I upgraded my FDM from an Ender 3 Pro to a Bambu P1P, and next year I'm looking to upgrade from my Photon Mono SE (which itself was an upgrade from the original Phonton) and this video helps a ton!
As someone who still has the OG Anycubic wash & cure station, and who wants to upgrade that as well, is there one of those your recommend? I have lights going out and instead of replacing I think it may just be time to update my station.
I've been using an Epax 3d x1 Mono for the last 4 years and technology sure has improved a lot. Thanks for the video review, it helped me narrow down what I'd like to upgrade to. I was already leaning towards a larger printer from Elegoo and now you've gotten me interested in the Uniformation GkTwo. The amount of convenience features it has built in for the price (still not cheap) may be worth it at the "beginner" range.
Great video, congratulations on the work.
Thanks so much
I can appreciate the time and work involved with going into all these videos and see that it's been super helpful to a lot of folks. Unfortunately, I feel more confused than before, so I'll have to do some more research into the previous singular videos. I'm not sure I'll need something like the higher end stuff, but I just don't know.
Sorry that was the case, where is teh confusion?
start with your busget then, but the best one you can afford.
So if your budget is around £$300, have a look at the printers in that price range, then watch those individual reviews, should be a maximum of 2-3 printers in your budget range.
The Saturn 2 still seems like the sweet spot for most people.
@FauxHammer Probably just the sheer amount of the things, haha. But, yeah, I'm going back and watching reviews for the ones around my budget. I want to print mostly just minis, but occasionally, some things are bigger than others. Probably just be a fun hobby thing to do, unless my sons take to it. That may warrant a revisiting.
Thank you for this! Super excited to get into miniature printing with resin! Based on what you said: I’m gonna shoot for the Saturn 3 Ultra.
Making the UniFormation GKTwo my first printer purchase in large part because of this channel's reviews. Thank you for being a resource for those of us looking to get into the resin printing hobby.
I just pulled the trigger on a GK2. Seems like the best option ATM.
@@ozzy1887 I'm glad to hear that; the Amazon review are pretty widely varied. Either people love it or they can't get it to work at all.
Congratulations
Thanks so much
It was my first printer and I’ve been running it just about non stop. Fantastic machine.
This was a great review especially for those on the bench on trying to decide which resin printer to chose and why, plus the budget factor being taken into account right off the start was helpful. That being said those that have limited space and have physical body moving and balancing limitations, I can really see the Uniformation GK2 resin printer a great choice even though the price may seem a little steep the fact that it offers so much convenience it would be a great choice.... just save a little harder make your own coffee at home see where else you can cut down on expenses.... what am I saying? This is what I need to do. XD Thanks FauxHammer for your time and work and sharing.
Thanks so much and glad you found it helpful
I'm completely new to 3D printing and was first looking on the internet about what printer is best or better. Elegoo was coming out on most sites.
Then I went on UA-cam to look there for reviews and comparisons and liked your content the most. Watched almost all the printer videos the last 5 days and was waiting for this one when I saw yesterday that this video was coming out in the evening. I had decided to go for the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra instead of the Mars 3 Pro (bigger and better). But with this video I'm again thinking of changing and going for the Uniformation GKTwo. Only the price difference is holding me back. But my workspace is certainly in the winter cold (no heating), so the heater in the GKTwo is very interesting. (Don't just wanna print in the summer 😉) So if I can convince my wife, its probably going to be the GKTwo.
Thanks for the informative videos.
Good luck with the wife, I know your plight.
I chose the Saturn 3 Ultra, and so far I have been thrilled with it. It's my sixth since the original Mars and the first one I've really enjoyed using.
It is an awesome printer
Well this was very helpful, thanks!
Went for the GKTwo, based off of yours and VOGMans reviews. Loving it so far, waiting to see the reviews come through for the 12k upgrade before pulling the trigger on that
Good call, will send it out ASAP
Darn it Ross!
just bought the UniFormation GKTwo!
Was pleasantly surprised by the price with discount, £635, used your link so you can feed your family more than bread and water!
I do appreciate all you do for us and i honestly do admire the fact that you are honest with your reviews!
Thanks agian for all you do!
Thanks so much mate, where did you grab it at that price? Amazon?
@scottybruce4302
did you have to pay taxes?
Great video. Ordered the UniFormation GK Two with cure and washer. No brainer really, after reading a lot and seeing video after video stating it is one of the best. Had a cheaper resin printer before but sold it. Have my printers in a workshop outside my house, and it is too cold for resin printing during say okt-march. I sell Formlabs to pro customers, and I know firsthand how much those added features means in real day use. And a halloween $150 rebate for the kit made the decision easy. Looking forward to printing resin again 💪
So great to hear this from someone with Firm 3 experience….
Wanna sell me one?
I would absolutely watch a 2 hour video. I really appreciate your reviews' focus on simplicity of the device at hand instead of listing out a spec sheet. Especially since most modern affordable printers are hitting a ceiling of quality so QOL becomes that much more of a differentiator.
Ive been using the gktwo since may when I found your video about the gktwo and its hands down the best price to headache of any printer in existence. out of the probably 100+ prints I've done I've only had one to 2 failures and it was due to user error. They have the best tech support (James is hands down the best tech support guy). Honestly yes your spending alot to get the printer but your not gonna waste your time trying to get it to work like other printers it will just function from the get go.
I love it when everyone can name James first hand as support guy, we all know him and he is awesome
@@FauxHammer James the real mvp at uniformation!!
Wow this has really helped. I want to begin resin printing and was looking at the mars 3 but they seem to be gone. I was then looking at the photon mono 2 but given the change in resolution i might nilly look at a saturn or larger scale printer.
Idk if you'll read this but thanks so much for putting this together. Even though you said it was a shorter "conversational" overview, it felt like you were REALLY comprehensive with giving reasons for everything in your ratings and I enjoyed how you compared cost to value rather than just defaulting to a more expensive option being superior or something like that.
I read it friend, I read it ........
I went with the Anycubic D2. Easy of getting solid prints for both my wife and I was the number 1 factor. DLP produces excellent results, reliably, and so sharp even with 8x aa and blur. I know DLP is definitely a different tech, but for us it was the one that made sense and we are very happy. Your videos helped us understand the why's. Thanks!
Thanks so much, took me forever to work out why. There were no videos explaining it
And yeah, DLP is super reliable
I’m saving for the Uniformation GKTwo… will prob purchase around Thanksgiving/Christmas looking for a good price, but I’ve made up my mind on the specific one. I would prefer easy entry and repairability and easy upgradability after battling with FDM printing for the past 5 years. I’ve tried everything that I can think of to print mini’s and I have a few positives but a LOT of negatives. I would like to print a lot of mini’s as I DM for two vastly different kinds of DND groups. I will still use and love my fdm printer, but I’m ready to love an easy to use out of the box resin printer too. Wishing you the best, how long do your links stay good? Post more vids, I love watching them :)
Thanks so much, what a kind comment!
Thank you for sharing this. Do you have any recommendations on the right Elegoo (or other brand for that matter) for someone who just wants to make resin forms for jewelry casting? Most everything I'd print would be under 5", normally a lot smaller... If I were to get a smaller printer for miniatures, would I go through less resin waste? Also, I'm a beginner with 3-D printing, recommending one that would have very good guides/customer service would be helpful too.
Thanks, been helpful
Great summary. Awesome that Gktwo is pushing the envelope as far as feature. Elegoo really needs to take notice and incorporate heating into the printer. This is by far and away the biggest bane to my printing hobby.
900 euros for a home printer is a bit too much...
Yep, shocked they haven’t done a solution already
@@Manlio.Cipullo , that's true. Hence why throwing $50 in additional parts/labor could net Elegoo a huge level up.
Ended up buying a Chitu-Systems heater for My Saturn 3U and designed/printed a mount for it. Ready for winter, and was only $50 👍
I've been looking to start doing it but needing to basically build a heated cabinet in my cold Canadian basement for it has been a huge roadblock
This was a great video.. thank you
Thanks for the comment
I picked the Mars 3 as my entry point last year. It has been amazing once I figured out all the things I did wrong. The temperature control is definitely a big hurdle to get over, so I get the GKTwo for the ease of use as the top spot.
You could get a plant grow tent or sommat
I simply bought myself a FDM printer tent added a small heater in there connected to a termostat let me know if you want more info :) @@FauxHammer
Thanks for the video, I eventually got myself a elegoo mars 4 dlp because it was on sale for 275 euro's (302$ usd) (instead of 459 euro's (505$ usd)). I really like it, also I am printing a lot of dnd mini's right now and its perfect for the job. Cant wait for when they eventually release higher res dlp printers or bigger ones :D. Also I am kind of a sucker when it comes to new technology so that is also why I went for the dlp style printer.
It's a relief that Elegoo is so far out in front this generation. The one vitally important aspect of these printers that nobody takes into account until they've already made their purchase is customer service, and that's where elegoo takes the cake and runs off with it. I've had Elegoo replace parts that were out of warranty just because the failure was clearly not user error. I've also had them send me out multiple parts at once because they were unsure which part had broken, with no expectation of me sending the extra part back. I've heard horror stories about trying to resolve shipping issues with printers bought directly from Phrozen.
Unfortunately it’s the one thing I can’t review. My contacts at Elegoo are not the customer services team
This a thousand times. I'm in the UK and made the mistake of ordering a Phrozen Sonic Mini 8k from a retailer in Holland thinking I'd saved myself a hundred-odd quid due to currency conversions etc.; took almost 3 weeks for it to arrive despite estimated (and paid for) express 2 day shipping, and was dead on arrival. Figured I'd just reach out to Phrozen customer support as it was a brand new machine, and hopefully they could just send me out a new LED module and all would be well - went through almost a week of back & forth with the customer service rep due to timezones, which was fine, only for it to turn out that they couldn't help me and I'd have to reach out to the retailer to get the replacement part. Did that, only to have the replacement LED module die on me a week later once I'd installed it through no fault of my own... I highly rate the quality of the prints from the Sonic Mini 8k but that experience was enough to put me off Phrozen unless I can get it from a well known retailer in the UK who provides warranty & free shipping.
Elegoo, however, was an entirely different experience. I ordered a Saturn 12k Ultra on pre-order back in June/July this year and not only was shipping free and there was no customs, but I've had absolutely zero issues with the machine from the day it arrived, and I'm continually impressed by their shipping speeds & communication when buying either other printers (Neptune 3 Pro) or resin/filament directly from them - there's been times where it's actually arrived faster than orders placed on Amazon.
I imagine when you get a machine that actually works, they're all much of a muchness at that price point & resolution, but Elegoo absolutely smashes it out of the park with their customer support and to be honest I think that's probably enough to have secured me as a long term customer. I've used AnyCubic & Phrozen machines from just about every generation in the past as well and never had anything near the level of satisfaction I've had from the Saturn 12 Ultra
100% confirm your experience... Elegoo is AWESOME when it comes to customer service. They responded to my emails quick and got me the parts I needed for very CHEAP on a few year old printers... got my printers working in no time. As long as they don't change, I'll be buying all my 3D printers from Elegoo. Awesome printers, awesome prices, great service... their stuff just works well and is priced extremely good for what you get.
*edit - I should also add my Mars printers (very first Mars model) still work perfectly prob 4 years after buying them. I have zero complaints other than I want to upgrade but no real point when these damn things won't break lol. 😂
Elegoo 👍
@@FauxHammer Yeah, and it's not something that can ever be more than anecdotal. That's why I'm glad they're also leading in hardware right now at most price points.
Thank you! I've really been on the fence between brands and your comment about customer service really sealed the deal for me. I'll be going with Elegoo. Now to decide which printer I want. I'm upgrading from the Anycubic Photon S so I'm pretty sure anything I choose will be a huge improvement.
Thank you for comparing the actual results of the 12k printers!
I have seen so many reviews where people just said "it's the same screen, they will print the same".
Thanks, yeah it’s the same screen, it should print the same. It doesn’t and that’s sad
It's been a few years since I got into the resin game (I was an original Saturn backer) and decided it was time to look into it again. I'd not heard of you before and thought "Oh this is probably some dude just touting the best affiliate options they can find", but I watched your "Ultimate 3D printer wishlist" video and went, nope, you know what you're talking about - and this video sells it. I'll be buying 5 GKTWO's in the next week, and I already know I am not going to regret the purchase. Thank you so much.
OMG wow! thanks for the kudos!!! and I'd love it if you used my affiliate link before your purchase. But I hope you love those printers!
After i bought the Uniformation printer. I have never spend so little time fixing things with my printer. Im now 250 hours into the printer, and i have had a single issue, which was me who leveled it wrong. Its fantastic in everyway!
I hear so many comments like this
My original elegoo mars 1 printer is still working fine many years later, and I've done almost nothing to it... worked perfectly out of the box. Pretty sure most resin printers aren't too finicky
Just picked up a Saturn S "used" for $65 it was a heck of a deal and for the build volume I think it's a pretty good size for most things. Plus the resolution is really good. Parts are still readily available and they aren't all too expensive. Elegoo still supports it. I had to snag it at the price it was at.
Wow, that’s insanely good!!! What a price
Mine a year old, leveled 1 time, still holding. Prints great, wifi would be a plus though.
@@emal2170 I think I would like a heated chamber too just because mine is out in my workshop and it's going to start getting cold here soon, going to be a pain to print on it without warming up the vat haha.
Great Video as allways!
Glad you enjoyed!
Ended up going with the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra, have absolutely no regrets so far. Thought I wasn't going to need the additional build space, but didn't even make it a month before I was using the max Z height at 260mm. It's also insanely fast with the ACF film, I'm not printing miniatures so the ACF benefits are huge. It's often faster than my Bambu P1P depending on the print.
Greatly appreciated the insightful reviews, likely wouldn't have gotten mine otherwise. I told Elegoo that but they said they wouldn't give you the credit since I forgot to go through the affiliate link 🤦♂. Thought that was kind of petty of them, but it's been a good printer and their customer service has been pretty great. Thanks again
Thanks and don’t worry, they need it through the link and there’s no manual way to adjust it.
So long as you hit a good printer, that’s what matters, plenty of others will click the link. But I do appreciate your efforts
I'm browsing around and I figured the saturn 3 ultra is a good pick too. Would you recommend it, and have you had any annoyances with the unit so far?
Man this was a great release! There are so many printers out there and it's hard to find a good summary right now!
Glad it was helpful!
Fantastic summary! You make the best miniature related 3D-printer reviews!
For which reason did you exclude the HeyGears UltraCraft Reflex?
Thanks.
It’s too locked down. Very restrictive. You can only use their resin. You must use their supports and if pre-supported models fail due to their resins exposure settings, there’s nothing you can do
Just got the Uniformation GKtwo for 760 via amazon (was able to get a 10% off discount) and decided to just go for it due to this video! Thanks for your helpfull video! Time to get back to designing! And now I can finally start sculpting some big monsters! Also a question, what resin should I use with the GKtwo? I'm in the Netherlands and can't seem to acquire your brand here.
Nice complete video! I can't help but notice the absence of creality's offering, i've seen them being reviewed only on either smaller channels or where they don't have nearly as much comparison material... any thoughts on the halot series or i'm better off with an Elegoo?
after watching this, I decided on the elegoo mars 4 max about 2 weeks ago. It has been an absolute workhorse and I'm already churning out prints I never would have been able to imagine before this purchase. I pierced my fep 4 days in through a series of extreme mistakes and idiocy, and I got a reply from elegoo within 12 hours of my email advising me on what I did wrong and new films sent to me for free. I had already ordered new films, but the customer service legitimately is top notch and I couldn't have chosen better.
After all your suggestions, I found a deal for the M5 + wash&cure 3 for ~$400 and I think I'm going to be very happy
Just got my GKTwo and I'm in love with It. I've had ONE failure in it and that was my fault from under supporting an area. Also, the vat is super light weight which made draining and straining it a BREEZE.
Love reading comments like this
Looking to buy a new printer I have a saturn s and want to upgrade. Was leaning away from saturn since I really don't have the desk space but now think I should stay. I use it for bits and alt models for games like MCP. What should you think will give me optimal detail and when upgrading from the saturn s?
Got an Mars 4 Max 6K for 230€, probably for me the best price/size/quality combination :) Thanks for your review, which really helped to slim it down!
Awesome breakdown Ross, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
This video was extremely helpful. I've been using an Anycubic Photon Mono 4k for over a year now, and I was ready to take a step up in size and quality. After watching this (and multiple other of your reviews), I have gone with the Saturn 2. I would have probably opted for the 8k, but it's not on Amazon, and the Elegoo site won't ship to where I live in Alaska.
Glad it was helpful! and yeah the Saturn 2 is a great printer, now at bargain prices. People are turning their nose up to it because its a 2, not a 3. but the difference in quality is not worth the difference in price to me.
What do you now recommend for 3D printing jewelry? So small items with high resolution. D2 or a newer model on the market? I find it still difficult to choose.
Been telling myself I will buy myself a printer this coming Christmas. Had a couple of contenders on my mind but hopefully this video nails it. Cheers!
Go for it!
Which one?
@@FauxHammer I was going to go for something within the £300-500 price range but I'm really wanting the Uniformation GK two after seeing all the positive reviews it's getting and being a total beginner in 3d printing. Looks like I'll have to wait a bit longer or hope for a good Christmas deal. Fingers crossed hehe.
Many thanks ^_^
It's insane to see the progress and how insane cheap these are getting. As someone who has been planning to buy one of these for a long time I gotta say a very good overview. Also as constructive feedback: the stock footage actually make for a worse video than just static shots of the printer or even its box. Please consider.
Thank you for the video breaking down all of these resin printers. I was stuck between the Mars 4 Ultra and the Saturn 2 8K, but after watching your review on both of them, I decided to go with the Saturn 2 8K as I felt that what you said about the Mars 4 Ultra's 18 micron resolution essentially becoming redundant due to the ACF film made a lot of sense. Also the larger build plate means I can print larger miniatures/statues in the future, and the fact that the cover comes with an exhaust hole that I can hook up to my ventilation setup is a huge bonus for me from a health and safety standpoint.
yep, you hit the nail on the head and I've recommended the Saturn 2 to so many people because it's that good!
Very informative succinct review. Thanks
after watching the Uniformation video i ordered one. Personally i dont worry about print speed. I just want enough resolution for minis to look good once painted and on the tabletop. But the easiness of use with the features included was what sold me. My printers are in a spare room that also has a window open for ventilation so heating is an issue and the resin fumes have been quite and issue for me too. Im still waiting on deliver after ordering it a few weeks ago. The bigger size is also a plus as i was struggling for space on my mars 3.
Good call on this one, I’m yet to find an unhappy custoner
My Saturn 3 Ultra arrives tomorrow! Can’t wait 🙌😬
Mine's coming today, very excited! (Edit: got mine, smooth sailing. I wonder if I'll blow a breaker if I run my FDM simultaneously off the same outlet? 😂)
Aww it’s so good
I ordered the Saturn 3 Ultra for the build quality and ease of use. It arrives today, can't wait to get off and set it up.
Congrats dude I’ve been using mine a couple months and its amazing 👍🏻
Aww it’s awesome
@mikeg2039 I got my first print going, and am beginning to realize just how reliable this thing is gonna be 😁
Thanks for this, have my eye on the Uniformation, the features set it apart from the others. We'll see what black Friday brings. Cheers from SoCal.
Hope it brings you what you wanted, thanks for the comment
Hi pal would you stay with the finle printer on this or go for the elegoo satern 4 ultra as I'm looking to upgrade from my elegoo mars gen 1
Based on this video, I went and purchased a Mars 4 9k. Then I discovered the still unsolved issue with the .goo file restriction and the inability to use AA. Now I'm returning it and figuring out what to do next.
Just as a note, there are a TON of sales on printers right now. You can get the mono 2 and mars 3 for just 150. I was going to do the M5s, but now that bro has explained it away I need a new pick. The mars 4 is 238 right now and the saturn is 332.
Hey, pretty new here
I'm choosing Saturn 2 8k, do you think it's good enough for printing big models that use all of the buildplate space and printing height? Gonna print miniature train models with very high detail of little technical pieces
17:53 I just got the any cubic M5S. I really like it I do agree with the softness . My biggest problem is overheating the resin it seems that after you're 2 hours of Brittany I have a lot of failures and the resin that it's very warm. These are using the standard settings given by any cubic. I also ha elegoo Saturn the first version. A anycubic m3 max. I have some fdm 2.
How is it getting so warm? There’s no heater in it
If I got the gktwo model as a starter machine what auxiliary equipment would I need to get aswel? ie the wash station and stuff??
Thanks from Spain
Been looking at getting the Mars 4 Ultra, but tempted on the Saturn 3.
I'm just about to get into the hobby and about to buy my very 1st printer. Leaning towards the Phrozen 8K Mini S. I think it's a good start, or at least I hope... 😅
Do you think you will review the Phrozen mighty Revo? I have one on pre order and can’t wait for it. But it will be my first resin printer. Been printing a while with fdm though. Great videos by the way!!
Do you guys suggest buying a wash and cure or making your own? They seem to be crazy expensive for just being a turn table and a crazy small amount of uv light. I've got some huge black lights that were $20 I used to light a huge room for halloween, can't be that hard to swish around in some iso and then drop it on a $10 turn table in a box with the black lights.
Greetings Ross. I believe I have missed this information in the video (which is magnificent like all the rest of yours), but I was wondering, whether the GKTwo can print faster (while maintaining a high level of quality) than Saturn 3 Ultra? I remember you mentioned that speed and quality directly depend on the resin you use, but if we use the same type of resin (water washable Wargamer, which you use, or other water washable resin) and the weather conditions are the same for both printers, which one of these two would have higher output speed in printing of miniatures (also, let's imagine that miniatures in questions are the same for both)? Thank you in advance for your kind reply.🙂
Great summary for the range of choices and all within 20 minutes...impressive.
Can you give your impression of the Starfield 3D Laser resin KickStarter printer?
Thanks in advance and I'll look forward to your reply while I continue researching resin 3DP with your review videos.
I've not used a true SLA printer before. I am talking with starfield but due to Spam folders, They missed my email accepting one for review. I'm on the list for next reviewer opportunity
Cracking video, Ross! Complete newbee here, that's been looking at many of your vids for the last few days. The Uniformation GKTwo is out of my budget, so now now looking at the Phrozen Sonic Mini 8KS, after your recommendation. I'm looking to print small scale (1:12 and 1:6th) bike and car parts, so small size is not an issue for me, just looking for the the best print quality. Regarding resin warming, I can see me using the printer in my garage, when it's cold. Have you reviewed any stand alone warmers at all? No idea what to even look for! Cheers and Happy New Year!
Sounds like good call mate and that is a TOP printer - but no, I haven't done a video covering heaters, but I did talk about it briefly in my 3D Printing in the snow video.
@@FauxHammer Cheers, Ross...shall have a look.
I am looking to buy a Resin printer for specific projects. I want to print sphere lithophanes and the size has to be around 150mm. Can you suggest anything budget friendly for this print volume. Thank you and congrats on the well organized video!
Awesome review as always! Are you considering doing this kind of guide for filament printers, too, by any chance? :D
It’s on the cards, but I haven’t tested enough of them.
Cant wait to get my GK2!
It’s sooooo good
Decided to start my journey with the phrozen mini 8ks following your advices (and links) a few months ago. I strongly hesitated with the gktwo but, not knowing if I would like the hobby I went for the cheap one. No regret at all, I love the results with the 8ks, but knowing all I know now then, I would have gone for the gktwo. I'll see what will be the best when mine dies
Yeah the 8k is still solid
starting with a mars 3, I upgraded to a saturn 2 8K because, as you mentioned in the video, of the buildplate size. And yes, your video helped me make that decision
Good stuff!
Thanks for sharing! I hope this helps the new buyers out there. Me, I am an Elegoo guy and have tried other brands, a few, and still love the Elegoo brand. Your milage may vary though.....
Agreed, Elegoo have absolutely cornered the market.
I went with the Saturn 3 Ultra from your affiliated link. I went with it because for me it was the best price to quality ratio for large prints. I have a temperate workshop in the house which is vented outside so temperature was not a concern. So the price hike for the GKTWO did not seem worth it. Basically for that money I was able to buy 12kg of resin, the wash and cure kit spare sheets and all that. Made more sense to me.
That's totally fair, especially when you already have the facility available to handle temperature and extraction/
Hi ! Thanks a lot for this video ! would you say that, in terms of costs, having a more convenient and reliable printer like the uniformation GKTWO would actually save you money from all the prints that may fail during winter days or because of a poor installation (i mean by it, not much control over the ambient temperature around the machine) or even during all the dabbling that would be necessary with other printers ?
For the context, I am really new into 3D printing but I want to be pretty serious about it, so as a beginner like me, is it best value to invest directly in this kind of upper convenience printer or would you advise to dabble first with Elegoo ones like the saturn 3 + any system that would keep my resin at a stable temperature (like brewing belt or anything else) and maybe have to invest more in the future.
What about replacing pieces for that machine ? Are they very pricy ? easy to replace or even find ?
And lastly are their customer service responsive with customer's questions or problems ?
I got an Elegoo Mars 4 Max. Build size was one of the things that made me hesitate about getting into resin to begin with. Great price and build size. And customer service exists.
Yep, it’s a solid balance there
Mate, really appreciate the hard work, dedication, and clarity you put into EVERY SINGLE video you produce. I hope your audience understands what goes into making videos like this. Unquestionably, the amount of work is off the charts. The research alone is a full-time job.
Well done and THANK YOU for helping me pick my next printer!
I've been using the Creality 3 (a NIGHTMARE) and a Mars 2 (a joy!) for a few years now and love what I've created with them. Your research has improved my understanding and my enjoyment of the hobby significantly.
Using your reference link for my early Xmas present, the Mars 3 Ultra!
Thanks so much for the kudos and support, I hope you love your Mars 3 Ultra, it is a kickass machine