{
  "id": 6128828,
  "title": "Anycubic Photon P1 MAX review: bigger, better, and tech-packed",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/anycubic-photon-p1-max-review-bigger-better-and-tech-packed",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-07T11:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Hardware",
    "slug": "tom-s-hardware",
    "url": "https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/anycubic-photon-p1-max-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anycubic has released its latest resin printer, the Photon P1 MAX, which is a larger and more feature-packed version of the company's previous offering, the Photon P1. The new printer boasts a larger build volume, a sleek design, and upgraded technology, making it an excellent addition to any 3D printing workshop.\n\nThe Photon P1 MAX features a 1-inch 12K monochrome LCD screen, a COB (Chip-on-board) light source with a reflector and aspherical Fresnel lens, and offers X/Y Axis resolution of 24.8 x 24.8μm. The printer has a build volume of 285.5 x 214 x 300 mm (11.2 x 8.4 x 11.8 inches) and weighs 23.1kg (50.9 lbs). It runs on Anycubic's firmware, which, although still in early stages, works as expected despite a few bugs.\n\nUpon release, the Photon P1 MAX is available for pre-order at $1,103.00 on Anycubic's website, with the price increasing to $1,149.00 after the presale. The printer comes with a standard resin printer starter kit, including a metal scraper, Allen keys, a user manual, a USB drive, a power cord, a wipe for the hood interior, and a plastic scraper. The USB drive is pre-loaded with Anycubic's Photon Workshop Slicer, test files, and a digital manual.\n\nKey features of the Photon P1 MAX include an Intelligent Assistant 3.0 and a Smart Dynamic Balance system for easier build plate leveling. The printer also has a rubber grommet for fume extraction venting, but no dedicated hose is provided. Users must follow safety precautions when using the printer, such as wearing gloves and safety glasses when handling uncured resin, ensuring proper ventilation, and promptly cleaning up any spilled resin.\n\nAssembly of the Anycubic P1 MAX is straightforward, as the printer comes fully assembled. Users will only need to remove protective materials and peel labels from the printer and FEP Film. The printer's locking system for the build plate and vat is an upgrade from previous models, eliminating the need to worry about losing screws or dealing with resin spills during maintenance. The touchscreen display is responsive, and the printer's design provides a premium feel through its weighted construction.",
  "summary": "Anycubic’s Photon P1 MAX is the latest large resin printer, with new tech alongside its little brother, the P1. It sports a heated vat, Wave Release Technology, and a large, locking build plate and vat.",
  "key_points": [
    "Photon P1 MAX has larger 11.2 x 8.4 x 11.8 inch build volume",
    "Features 1-inch 12K monochrome LCD screen and COB light source",
    "Available for pre-order at $1,103, with upgraded leveling system"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Anycubic Photon P1 MAX solidifies the company's position in the 3D printing market with upgraded technology and a larger build volume, making it a strong option for workshop use.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}