Atomstack Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver vs Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver and S30 Ultra 33W are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). S30 Ultra 33W costs less (~€1299.99) 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
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W S30 Ultra 33W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2025 2023
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 2199 € 1299.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 80 × 84 × 22 cm
Weight (kg) 31 kg
Work area (mm) 800 × 800 mm 590 × 595 mm
Power (W) 156 W
Declared precision 0.005 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 800 mm 590 mm
Rated power (W) 120 W 33 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max cut depth per material 40 mm legno massello, 30 mm acrilico (singolo passaggio) 20 mm (balsa wood), 15 mm (plywood), 15 mm (acrylic), 0.1 mm (steel)
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 5 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. Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Bluetooth connection. Does not require the use of proprietary software.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 2199 € vs S30 Ultra 33W 1299.99 € — S30 Ultra 33W wins (+69%)
  • Work area: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 800×800 mm vs S30 Ultra 33W 590×595 mm — Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver wins (+82%)

Which one to choose

Choose Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver if…

you value work area.

See the Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver sheet →

Choose S30 Ultra 33W if…

you value price.

See the S30 Ultra 33W sheet →

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