A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver vs Ortur R2
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while Ortur R2 shows no advantage of its own. Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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Ortur R2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–600 € | ~480–600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 47 × 40 × 21.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6 kg | 10.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 365 mm | 300 × 210 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 400 mm/s | 20000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.02 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Short side area (mm) | 365 mm | 210 mm |
| Nominal laser power (W) | 20 W | 10.0 W |
| Laser source technology | diode | diode |
| Maximum travel speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Maximum working speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Laser wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Minimum achievable resolution (µm) | — | 10.0 µm |
| Autofocus system module | False | False |
| Rotary module included | False | False |
| Passthrough structural slot | False | — |
| Control software interface | proprietary, lightburn, other | proprietary |
| 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 Ortur R2 operates exclusively with Ortur's proprietary mobile and desktop app, offering template-based design, sketch-to-engrave, and material-aware presets. No support for LightBurn, LaserGRBL, or any G-code sender; the control board uses a closed protocol. The built-in color touchscreen allows uploading files via USB for offline, PC-free repetition of the last 8 jobs. This simplifies use but prevents custom power/speed curves or integration with external camera systems. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 400×365 mm vs Ortur R2 300×210 mm — A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+132%)
- Price: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 450 € vs Ortur R2 540 € — A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if…
you value work area and price.
Choose Ortur R2 if…
it shows no measurable advantage over A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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