Atomstack A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver vs Atomstack P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver and P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if work area matters more; choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if price matters more.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2024 2024
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~300–600 € ~250–350 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm
Weight (kg) 6 kg 3 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 365 mm 130 × 130 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 0 mm
Power (W) 120 W 24 W
Voltage (V) 24 V
Maximum speed 400 mm/s 180 mm/s
Declared precision 0.02 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 365 mm 130 mm
Rated power (W) 20 W 5 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 400 mm/s 180 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 400 mm/s 180 mm/s
Max cut depth per material Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False False
Supported software Proprietary, LightBurn, Other LightBurn, Other
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The software compatibility of the device is extensive and aligns with the industrial standards of the maker sector. It natively supports both LaserGRBL, a free and open-source option suitable for basic engraving operations, and LightBurn, the most popular paid professional platform for advanced management of layers, cutting parameters, and complex vector formats. Control can be managed directly via a wired USB connection from a computer or in offline mode, using memory cards to load processing files. The machine responds to standard G-code commands, allowing experienced users fine customization of acceleration and speed parameters through the configuration of the internal firmware, without constraints linked to proprietary and closed-source cloud ecosystems. The system offers versatile compatibility and can be controlled either through industry-standard software solutions or via dedicated mobile applications. It fully supports LightBurn for users seeking advanced control over engraving parameters and complex project management, alongside LaserGRBL, an open-source option ideal for Windows environments. Furthermore, the integrated wireless connectivity allows operation through the proprietary smartphone and tablet application, optimizing the workflow for quick engravings directly from graphic files stored on mobile devices without needing a permanent physical computer connection.

The differences that matter

  • Work area: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 400×365 mm vs P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm — A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+764%)
  • Price: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 450 € vs P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+50%)

Which one to choose

Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if…

you value work area.

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Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…

you value price.

See the P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver sheet →

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