Large resin printers can efficiently batch print and make larger items. The M3 Max and Jupiter have XY resolutions similar to the smaller printers, so prints will be just as beautiful and detailed.
The Anycubic M3 Max provides the best bang for buck and is the printer that we recommend.
The M3 Max is cheaper, has more resolution, and has slightly more build volume than the Jupiter. Additionally, the Elegoo Jupiter's replacement screen appears to be frequently out of stock, which foreshadows that this could be a future issue as well.
Anycubic M3 Max
$800+
($30 Off)
Resolution: 0.043mm (XY) 0.01mm (Z)
13" 7k Screen ($220)
Print Volume: 298mm (L) 164mm (W) 300mm (H)
Photon M3 Series
Elegoo Jupiter
$900+
($10 Off)
Resolution: 0.051mm (XY) 0.01mm (Z)
12.8" 6k Screen ($180)
Print Volume: 278mm (L) 156mm (W) 300mm (H)
M3 Max vs Jupiter
Anycubic Photon M3 Max and Elegoo Jupiter
- The Jupiter and M3 Max have a metal vat by default.
- The printers come with a screen protector for scratches and spills.
- The Jupiter and M3 Max have dual linear rails for much needed stability.
- Both printers are equipped with an automatic resin refilling system.
Anycubic's new resin feed system for the M3 Max.
Anycubic Photon M3 Max
- The Photon M3 Max has the largest build volume of any Anycubic printer at 298 x 164 x 300 mm. This is larger than the Elegoo Jupiter but smaller than Phrozen's Mega 8K.
- The M3 Max has a XY resolution of 0.043 mm, which is better than the Elegoo Jupiter and the same as Phrozen's Mega 8K.
- Anycubic's resin printers have the RERF file which allows you to print eight exposure times in one go, making calibration faster.
Specifications
- Release Year: 2022
- Release Price: $1,100
- Assembly: Fully
- Build Volume: 298 x 164 x 300 mm
- XY Resolution: 0.043 mm
- Screen: 13" 7K (6480 x 3600)
- LED Intensity: n/a
- Compatible Slicers: Lychee, Chitubox, PrusaSlicer (UVtools)
- Power Requirement: 120 W
- Dimensions: 400 x 408 x 596 mm
- Weight: 57 lbs (26 kg)
Elegoo Jupiter
- The Elegoo Jupiter has the lower XY resolution at a value of 0.051 mm.
- The Jupiter has a build volume of 278 x 156 x 300 mm.
- Elegoo's replacement parts are generally cheaper - the screen for the Jupiter will be approximately $200.
- The Elegoo Jupiter is locked under Chitubox, but third parties like Lychee have been able to add it to their slicer.
- The pre-order shipments of Jupiter were delayed to after May 2022. Current orders appear to be shipping within a few weeks. Towards the end of 2022, we can expect to see the printer on amazon.
Specifications
- Release Year: 2022
- Release Price: $1,300
- Assembly: Fully
- Build Volume: 277 x 156 x 300 mm
- XY Resolution: 0.051 mm
- Screen: 12.8" 6K (5448 x 3064)
- LED Intensity: n/a
- Compatible Slicers: Lychee, Chitubox, PrusaSlicer (UVtools)
- Power Requirement: n/a
- Dimensions: 498 x 358 x 750 mm
- Weight: 88 lbs (40 kg)
Frequently Asked Questions
The release price for the Anycubic M3 Max is $1,100. This price is occasionally lowered during sales, and it varies on the storefront.
The release price for the Elegoo Jupiter is $1,300. We do not expect a price drop anytime soon.
The Elegoo Jupiter has a large build volume of 278mm (L) 156mm (W) 300mm (H).
The Anycubic M3 Max has a large build volume of 298mm (L) 164mm (W) 300mm (H).
The Jupiter and M3 Max do come with screen protectors; although, they may not be pre-installed.
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