Atomstack A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver vs xTool F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver and F1 Portable Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.3×). A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver costs less (~€450) and is the entry-level choice; F1 Portable Laser Engraver offers more capability at a higher price (~€1499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–600 € | 1499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 365 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.02 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 365 mm | 115 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 30 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| 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. | Machine control is primarily handled by the proprietary xTool Creative Space ecosystem, an intuitive application that enables native management of both laser sources and supports autofocus and camera-assisted positioning functions. For advanced users requiring more granular control over processing parameters and complex workflows, the unit offers compatibility with LightBurn. Integration with the latter requires a specific initial configuration for galvanometer systems, but it unlocks professional vector programming features, optimizing execution times across both Windows and macOS operating systems. |
The differences that matter
- Price: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 450 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+233%)
- Work area: A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 400×365 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+1004%)
Which one to choose
Choose A20 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
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