Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode vs Ortur Aufero Laser 2
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode and Aufero Laser 2 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~8.7×). Aufero Laser 2 costs less (~€230) and is the entry-level choice; Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode offers more capability at a higher price (~€2000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode
Atomstack
F4 · Semi-professional
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Aufero Laser 2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1800–2200 € | ~180–280 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 58.2 × 58 × 14 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 48 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 15000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | — | 12.5 µm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 390 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 90 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 | 30mm (wood) | 12 mm (wood), 10 mm (acrylic) |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 445 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 12.5 µm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | LightBurn, Other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system is compatible with leading laser cutting and engraving software, such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. The machine offers fully offline operation capabilities via its built-in touchscreen display, allowing users to manage jobs locally without the need for a permanently tethered computer during extensive runs. It supports standard G-code files and can be expanded with additional modules, such as the infrared laser for processing metals. | The machine is fully compatible with the main control software on the market, including LightBurn (paid, for advanced users) and LaserGRBL (free, available only for Windows). Connection to the computer is traditionally established via a USB cable, ensuring stability during operations. No internet connection or cloud platform is required to operate the machine, ensuring total control over your files and privacy during use. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € vs Aufero Laser 2 230 € — Aufero Laser 2 wins (+770%)
- Work area: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm vs Aufero Laser 2 390×390 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+321%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area.
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