Anycubic Photon Mono M5s vs Bambu Lab P1S

The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s and the Bambu Lab P1S represent the high-end of hobbyist 3D printing in their respective categories. The Anycubic M5s uses liquid resin to create hyper-detailed statues and miniatures that look like they were injection-molded. The Bambu Lab P1S is an enclosed filament printer that can print tough, functional parts in materials like ABS or ASA. While the Anycubic offers superior surface finish, it comes with the added complexity of resin handling and toxic fumes. The P1S is fully enclosed with a filter, making it much easier to use in a standard indoor environment without a dedicated workshop. For most users, the P1S is the more practical investment because it can handle a wider variety of tasks, from fixing a broken toy to building a custom electronics enclosure. The P1S also supports multi-colour printing via the AMS, which adds a huge layer of creativity. Unless you are strictly a miniature painter, the Bambu Lab P1S is the more useful and user-friendly machine for a home studio.