A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver vs F1
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver and F1 are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver if work area matters more; choose F1 if price matters more.
| Parameter |
A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F3 · Advanced
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F1
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~700–1000 € | ~550–650 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 84 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) | 400 mm | 115.0 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 40 W | 10.0 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | — |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 4000.0 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 8mm basswood, 6mm black acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | — |
| Min resolution (µm) | 20 µm | 1.99 µm |
| Autofocus | False | — |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | — |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system offers extended compatibility with the industry's leading standard software, ensuring operational flexibility across both Windows and macOS platforms. It fully supports LightBurn, the preferred choice for professional users seeking advanced management of layers, cutting parameters, and vectorization, as well as LaserGRBL, an open-source alternative ideal for simpler and more immediate engraving operations. Additionally, the machine is compatible with the manufacturer's proprietary mobile application, enabling remote control and file transmission via local Wi-Fi. This triple option allows users to adapt their workflow to specific project needs, supporting common vector and raster file formats such as NC, DXF, BMP, and JPG. | The xTool F1 Lite is compatible with xTool Studio (proprietary, free, Windows and macOS). The galvo system uses a proprietary protocol: LaserGRBL is not compatible as it requires GRBL firmware on a gantry controller. LightBurn introduced experimental galvo support in version 1.4+, but compatibility with the F1 Lite's specific controller is not officially certified by xTool, making the experience unguaranteed. In practice the user is tied to xTool Studio, which handles core functions but does not offer the flexibility of community profiles, macros, and advanced layers available in LightBurn for GRBL gantry lasers. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 400×400 mm vs F1 115×115 mm — A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver wins (+1110%)
- Price: A40 Pro V2 Laser Engraver 850 € vs F1 600 € — F1 wins (+42%)
Which one to choose
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