Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode vs xTool M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode and M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter costs less (~€700) 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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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 (€) | ~1800–2200 € | ~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) | 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) | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| 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. | 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 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+186%)
- Work area: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+454%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area.
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