Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode vs Ortur Laser Master 2 S2 10W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode and Laser Master 2 S2 10W are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~4×). Laser Master 2 S2 10W costs less (~€499) 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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Laser Master 2 S2 10W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1800–2200 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 55 × 58 × 15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 2.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 390 × 410 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 48 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 220 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 10000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 390 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 90 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 83.3 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 83.3 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 30mm (wood) | Pine: 20 mm, Acrylic: 30 mm |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 445 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 12.5 µm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | True |
| 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 system is fully compatible with major industry software packages, offering users maximum operational flexibility without relying on internet connections or cloud platforms. It natively supports LightBurn, the industry-standard premium software for those needing advanced design tools and optimized laser parameter control. For users seeking a free solution, the machine integrates seamlessly with LaserGRBL, still ensuring excellent results for standard engraving and cutting operations. The file format handling is highly versatile, encompassing vectors and raster images such as SVG, DXF, JPG, and PNG, thereby allowing operators to easily import design projects from virtually any CAD modeling or two-dimensional graphics environment. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € vs Laser Master 2 S2 10W 499 € — Laser Master 2 S2 10W wins (+301%)
- Work area: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm vs Laser Master 2 S2 10W 390×410 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+300%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area.
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