Atomstack Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode vs xTool S1 40W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode and S1 40W Laser Cutter are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode costs less (~€2000) and is the entry-level choice; S1 40W Laser Cutter offers more capability at a higher price (~€2250). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode
Atomstack
F4 · Semi-professional
|
S1 40W 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 € | ~2000–2500 € |
| 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 × 319 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 319 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 90 W | 40 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) | — |
| 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. | Device control is primarily managed through the proprietary xTool Creative Space software, an intuitive and constantly updated application ideal for managing graphic workflows and calibrating cutting and engraving parameters. For users requiring professional features or established workflows, the machine guarantees compatibility with LightBurn, the industry standard. The software integration allows for surface mapping and automatic positioning without the need for traditional cameras, simplifying file preparation in both Windows and macOS environments via USB or Wi-Fi connections. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 800×800 mm vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 498×319 mm — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+303%)
- Price: Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode 2000 € vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 2250 € — Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
Choose Glacier 90W Water-Cooled Diode if…
you value work area and price.
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