Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Atomstack P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Kraft Lite 40W and P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.8×). P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; Kraft Lite 40W offers more capability at a higher price (~€2335). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Kraft Lite 40W
Atomstack
F2 · Intermediate
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P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2335 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | 3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 500 × 320 mm | 130 × 130 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 0 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 24 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 320.0 mm | 130 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 180 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 180 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm | Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | — | False |
| Passthrough | True | False |
| Supported software | — | LightBurn, Other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and any software that outputs G-code to a GRBL controller. The board uses open GRBL firmware, allowing for customizable engraving parameters without locking you into proprietary software. LightBurn requires a separate license (about €99). | The system offers versatile compatibility and can be controlled either through industry-standard software solutions or via dedicated mobile applications. It fully supports LightBurn for users seeking advanced control over engraving parameters and complex project management, alongside LaserGRBL, an open-source option ideal for Windows environments. Furthermore, the integrated wireless connectivity allows operation through the proprietary smartphone and tablet application, optimizing the workflow for quick engravings directly from graphic files stored on mobile devices without needing a permanent physical computer connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+678%)
- Work area: Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm vs P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm — Kraft Lite 40W wins (+847%)
Which one to choose
Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…
you value price.
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