Atomstack Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver vs Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver and Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver costs less (~€700) and is the entry-level choice; Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode offers more capability at a higher price (~€2000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode
Atomstack
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | ~1800–2200 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 30 × 30 × 41.5 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 3.49 kg | 31 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 120 × 120 mm | 800 × 800 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 4000 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 120 mm | 800 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 90 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | — |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | — |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 30mm (wood) |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | — |
| Autofocus | — | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | — |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | LightBurn, Other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The control of the machine is fully compatible with the industry standard LightBurn, ensuring users have access to advanced tools for design, layer management, and vector path optimization directly via USB connection. The proprietary software provided by the manufacturer is also supported, making it ideal for quick engraving and marking operations or for users who prefer a more streamlined interface. The absence of constraints related to cloud architectures ensures full hardware operability even in offline environments, protecting the confidentiality of work files and ensuring the tool's longevity is not dependent on external remote server support. | The system is compatible with leading laser cutting and engraving software, such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. The machine offers fully offline operation capabilities via its built-in touchscreen display, allowing users to manage jobs locally without the need for a permanently tethered computer during extensive runs. It supports standard G-code files and can be expanded with additional modules, such as the infrared laser for processing metals. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 700 € vs Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € — Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver wins (+186%)
- Work area: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 120×120 mm vs Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+4344%)
Which one to choose
Choose Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver if…
you value price.
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area.
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