Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode vs xTool M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode and M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine costs less (~€1450) 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
|
M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1800–2200 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 62 × 49.8 × 17.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 24.44 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 400 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 90 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 30mm (wood) | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| 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. | System management relies primarily on the proprietary xTool Creative Space software, specifically developed to coordinate the machine's multi-function ecosystem. This application allows users to switch easily between laser engraving or cutting, blade die-cutting, and inkjet printing, while managing alignment via integrated sensors. The software is available for major desktop and mobile operating systems and supports both online and offline workflows. Although the interface is optimized to simplify the user experience, professionals accustomed to industry-standard platforms like LightBurn might experience operational limitations, as full support for the multi-tool capabilities strictly requires the manufacturer's official application. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm vs M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine 300×300 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+611%)
- Price: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € vs M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine 1450 € — M1 Ultra 20W Craft Machine wins (+38%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area.
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