Atomstack Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver vs Sculpfun iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver leads on the available specs (starting with price); Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | 359 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 30 × 30 × 41.5 cm | 26.2 × 30 × 22.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.49 kg | 3.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 120 × 120 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | 60 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 | 125 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 5 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 | 166.67 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 10mm soft board, 6mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | — | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | — |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary, 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. | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL (Windows), and the proprietary Sculpfun app via Bluetooth for direct mobile control. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 700 € vs iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver 359 € — iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver wins (+95%)
- Work area: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 120×120 mm vs iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver 125×125 mm — iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
Choose iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
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