Atomstack Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver vs xTool M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver and M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~3.1×). M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter costs less (~€700) 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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M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2199 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 55.7 × 45.3 × 23 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 22 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 150 W |
| Maximum speed | — | 250 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 300 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) | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary |
| 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. | Device control relies exclusively on the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software. This application manages both laser engraving and cutting operations, alongside path planning for the integrated blade cutter. The software incorporates visual alignment features assisted by the internal high-resolution camera, facilitating precise design placement on materials. There is no native support for universal third-party applications like LightBurn, restricting users to the manufacturer's ecosystem. The application is compatible with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, requiring an initial connection for updates but supporting offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 2199 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+214%)
- Work area: Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver 800×800 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver wins (+454%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 120W Diode Laser Engraver if…
you value work area.
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