Atomstack Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver vs Ortur Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver and Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~11.6×). Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver costs less (~€190) 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
Identity
Launch year 2025 2023
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 2199 € ~130–250 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 61.4 × 58.8 × 12.8 cm
Weight (kg) 31 kg 4.5 kg
Work area (mm) 800 × 800 mm 400 × 400 mm
Voltage (V) 24 V
Maximum speed 15000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 800 mm 400 mm
Rated power (W) 120 W 5 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 250 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 250 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 40 mm legno massello, 30 mm acrilico (singolo passaggio)
Wavelength (nm) 445 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm
Autofocus True False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False
Supported software Proprietary, LightBurn Proprietary, 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. Numerical control management is based on an open architecture that ensures full compatibility with the main third-party software programs in the industry. Users can interface with the machine using LightBurn, the professional standard for preparing and sending toolpaths, or opt for LaserGRBL, a highly capable, free open-source alternative specifically designed for Windows environments. Connectivity includes standard USB cable operation for stable data transmission, complemented by an integrated Wi-Fi module that enables remote management. Furthermore, the manufacturer provides the proprietary Laser Explorer application, designed for mobile devices, which further simplifies starting quick jobs or monitoring processes directly from a smartphone, thereby significantly increasing the overall flexibility and accessibility of the operational ecosystem.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 2199 € vs Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver 190 € — Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver wins (+1057%)
  • Work area: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 800×800 mm vs Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver 400×400 mm — Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver wins (+300%)

Which one to choose

Choose Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver if…

you value work area.

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Choose Laser Master 3 LE 5W Laser Engraver if…

you value price.

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