Atomstack Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver vs Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
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 |
Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F4 · Semi-professional
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S30 Ultra 33W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| 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.
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