Atomstack Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver vs Atomstack P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver and P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F1), very different prices (~7.3×). P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver offers more capability at a higher price (~€2199). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F4 · Semi-professional
|
P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2199 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 130 × 130 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 0 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 24 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 130 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 120 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 180 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 180 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 40 mm legno massello, 30 mm acrilico (singolo passaggio) | Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | LightBurn, Other |
| 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. | The system offers versatile compatibility and can be controlled either through industry-standard software solutions or via dedicated mobile applications. It fully supports LightBurn for users seeking advanced control over engraving parameters and complex project management, alongside LaserGRBL, an open-source option ideal for Windows environments. Furthermore, the integrated wireless connectivity allows operation through the proprietary smartphone and tablet application, optimizing the workflow for quick engravings directly from graphic files stored on mobile devices without needing a permanent physical computer connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 2199 € vs P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+633%)
- Work area: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 800×800 mm vs P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm — Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver wins (+3687%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver if…
you value work area.
Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…
you value price.
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