Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode and S1 10W Laser Cutter are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). S1 10W Laser Cutter costs less (~€1150) 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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S1 10W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1800–2200 € | ~1000–1300 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 31 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 800 × 800 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 90 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 30mm (wood) | 6 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| 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 offers dual software compatibility that expands operational possibilities for both beginners and advanced users. The proprietary application, xTool Creative Space, is available for free across multiple platforms and natively manages the machine's advanced features, such as three-dimensional surface mapping and sensor-based positioning, making the workflow smooth and immediate. For more complex workflows, the machine fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser engraving and cutting. This flexibility allows users to choose between a guided, simplified interface and a professional design environment, although certain manufacturer-specific calibrations may require the proprietary software for optimal configuration. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+289%)
- Price: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — S1 10W Laser Cutter wins (+74%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area.
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