Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Ortur Aufero Laser 1
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Kraft Lite 40W and Aufero Laser 1 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~15.6×). Aufero Laser 1 costs less (~€150) 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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Aufero Laser 1
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2335 € | ~110–190 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 31.5 × 42.2 × 12.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 500 × 320 mm | 180 × 180 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 48 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 5000 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 320.0 mm | 180 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 83.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 83.33 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 450 nm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | — | False |
| Passthrough | True | True |
| 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). | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL, it supports major operating systems via a direct USB connection. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Kraft Lite 40W
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Aufero Laser 1
Best price Entry
The lowest list price among entry-level Diode laser (405–460 nm) machines: €150. The second cheapest starts at €169. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs Aufero Laser 1 150 € — Aufero Laser 1 wins (+1457%)
- Work area: Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm vs Aufero Laser 1 180×180 mm — Kraft Lite 40W wins (+394%)
Which one to choose
Choose Aufero Laser 1 if…
you value price. It is the cheapest in its class.
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