Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Ortur R2
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Kraft Lite 40W and R2 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.3×). R2 costs less (~€540) 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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R2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2335 € | ~480–600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 47 × 40 × 21.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | 10.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 500 × 320 mm | 300 × 210 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 20000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 320.0 mm | 210 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 10.0 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 333.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 333.33 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 10.0 µm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | — | False |
| Passthrough | True | — |
| Supported software | — | Proprietary |
| 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 Ortur R2 operates exclusively with Ortur's proprietary mobile and desktop app, offering template-based design, sketch-to-engrave, and material-aware presets. No support for LightBurn, LaserGRBL, or any G-code sender; the control board uses a closed protocol. The built-in color touchscreen allows uploading files via USB for offline, PC-free repetition of the last 8 jobs. This simplifies use but prevents custom power/speed curves or integration with external camera systems. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs R2 540 € — R2 wins (+332%)
- Work area: Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm vs R2 300×210 mm — Kraft Lite 40W wins (+154%)
Which one to choose
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