Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver vs C1 Mini
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver and C1 Mini are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.1×). C1 Mini costs less (~€169) and is the entry-level choice; Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver offers more capability at a higher price (~€700). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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C1 Mini
Sculpfun
F1 · Entry
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | 169 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 30 × 30 × 41.5 cm | 29 × 25 × 14 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.49 kg | 1.05 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 120 × 120 mm | 150 × 130 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 4000 mm/s | 10000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 3 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 166.67 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 40 µm |
| Autofocus | — | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | 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. | Natively supports LightBurn and LaserGRBL via direct connection, ensuring full compatibility with major laser control operating environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 700 € vs C1 Mini 169 € — C1 Mini wins (+314%)
- Work area: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 120×120 mm vs C1 Mini 150×130 mm — C1 Mini wins (+35%)
Which one to choose
Choose Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over C1 Mini on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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