Aspect  | PolyJet  | Multi-Material Jetting (MMJ)  | 
|---|
Technology  |  Uses a jetting process to deposit liquid photopolymer in ultra-thin layers, which is then cured with UV light.   | Similar to PolyJet, it jets multiple materials from separate nozzles.  | 
Materials  |  Can jet different photopolymer resins in the same build, including flexible, rigid, transparent, and opaque materials.   |  Can use a wide array of materials including ceramics, metals, and polymers simultaneously.   | 
Color Capabilities  |  High-resolution color printing, capable of producing vivid, multi-color objects with smooth gradients.   |  Depending on the system, can also offer color printing, though generally less vibrant than PolyJet.   | 
Accuracy  | Extremely high detail and precision, ideal for complex geometries and thin walls.  |  Typically offers high precision, slightly less than PolyJet due to the complexity of managing multiple materials.   | 
Surface Finish  |  Produces parts with a smooth surface finish, often requiring little to no post-processing.   |  Generally produces good surface finishes but may require post-processing depending on the material mix.   | 
Complexity  |  Excellent for intricate designs, including overhangs, undercuts, and complex geometries without additional support.   |  Can create highly complex structures with varying material properties, including internal geometries and heterogeneous parts.   | 
Speed  |  Fast printing process, though speed can be affected by the complexity and variety of materials used.   |  Printing speed varies; generally slower than single-material processes due to the complexity of multiple jets.   | 
Applications  |  Ideal for prototypes, models, and parts requiring detailed textures, color, or material properties.   |  Suited for advanced applications requiring functional parts with diverse material properties, like wearable devices or multi-functional tools.   | 
Cost  |  Relatively high operational and material costs due to proprietary resins and required maintenance.   | Also tends to be expensive due to the use of diverse and sometimes costly materials.  |