A70 Max Laser Cutter vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
A70 Max Laser Cutter leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while F1 Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose A70 Max Laser Cutter, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
A70 Max Laser Cutter
Atomstack
F3 · Advanced
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F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1100–1500 € | 1499 € |
| 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 |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 360 W | 120 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 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 70 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 | 25 mm (legno), 30 mm (acrilico) | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 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 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. | 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
- Work area: A70 Max Laser Cutter 850×800 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — A70 Max Laser Cutter wins (+5042%)
- Price: A70 Max Laser Cutter 1300 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — A70 Max Laser Cutter wins (+15%)
Which one to choose
Choose F1 Portable Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over A70 Max Laser Cutter on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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