Atomstack Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver vs Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver and Kraft Lite 40W are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver costs less (~€2199) and is the entry-level choice; Kraft Lite 40W offers more capability at a higher price (~€2335). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F4 · Semi-professional
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Kraft Lite 40W
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2199 € | 2335 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 23.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 500 × 320 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 320.0 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 120 W | 20.0 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max cut depth per material | 40 mm legno massello, 30 mm acrilico (singolo passaggio) | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | — |
| Passthrough | — | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system is fully compatible with LightBurn, the industry-standard software for advanced vector preparation and control, and AtomStack Studio, the manufacturer's proprietary solution. It also features a built-in touchscreen for offline control, allowing complex jobs to be started without the need for a constantly connected computer. | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and any software that outputs G-code to a GRBL controller. The board uses open GRBL firmware, allowing for customizable engraving parameters without locking you into proprietary software. LightBurn requires a separate license (about €99). |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 800×800 mm vs Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm — Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver wins (+300%)
- Price: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 2199 € vs Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € — Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver wins (+6%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver if…
you value work area and price.
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