A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver vs D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver and D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if price matters more; choose D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver if work area matters more.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2024 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~300–600 € ~500–700 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 60 × 59 × 15 cm
Weight (kg) 6 kg 5 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 365 mm 430 × 390 mm
Power (W) 120 W 100 W
Maximum speed 400 mm/s 400 mm/s
Declared precision 0.02 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 365 mm 390 mm
Rated power (W) 20 W 10 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 400 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 400 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 6 mm basswood
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 80 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False False
Supported software Proprietary, LightBurn, Other Proprietary, LightBurn
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. Operational management is flexible, adapting to various workflows through dual software compatibility. The manufacturer provides xTool Creative Space, a free, proprietary application that is intuitive and beginner-friendly, supporting connectivity via Wi-Fi, USB cable, or TF card for offline operation. For experienced users requiring advanced vector editing capabilities and precise control over scanning parameters, the machine fully supports LightBurn. The latter requires a separate license purchase and initial setup via dedicated configuration files, but it unlocks the hardware's full potential for optimizing execution times and managing complex multi-layer projects.

The differences that matter

  • Price: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 450 € vs D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver 600 € — A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+33%)
  • Work area: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 400×365 mm vs D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver 430×390 mm — D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver wins (+15%)

Which one to choose

Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if…

you value price.

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Choose D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver if…

you value work area.

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