Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while F1 Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | 1499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 30 × 30 × 41.5 cm | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.49 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 120 × 120 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 4000 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 120 mm | 115 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 30 µm |
| Autofocus | — | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| 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. | 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
- Price: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 700 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver wins (+114%)
- Work area: Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver 120×120 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
Choose Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
Choose F1 Portable Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Atelier 12W Galvo Diode Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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