Atomstack A70 Max Laser Cutter vs xTool F1
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
A70 Max Laser Cutter and F1 are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose A70 Max Laser Cutter if work area matters more; choose F1 if price matters more.
| Parameter |
A70 Max Laser Cutter
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 (€) | ~1100–1500 € | ~550–650 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 105.6 × 116.8 × 23 cm | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 850 × 800 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Power (W) | 360 W | 84 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 115.0 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 70 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 | 25 mm (legno), 30 mm (acrilico) | 8mm basswood, 6mm black acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | — |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 1.99 µm |
| Autofocus | False | — |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | — |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system offers excellent versatility in terms of software control, ensuring native compatibility with standard solutions in the maker industry. It fully supports LightBurn, the most popular professional application for laser cutting and engraving management, and LaserGRBL, an open-source alternative ideal for more straightforward operations. Additionally, the machine features wireless connectivity capabilities that allow file transmission and monitoring via a proprietary mobile application, optimizing the workshop workflow. The absence of restrictions tied to proprietary cloud ecosystems ensures complete offline operational continuity, protecting project privacy and ensuring that the machine remains fully functional regardless of local network conditions. | 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
- Price: A70 Max Laser Cutter 1300 € vs F1 600 € — F1 wins (+117%)
- Work area: A70 Max Laser Cutter 850×800 mm vs F1 115×115 mm — A70 Max Laser Cutter wins (+5042%)
Which one to choose
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