Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Sculpfun iCube Pro 5W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Kraft Lite 40W and iCube Pro 5W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.5×). iCube Pro 5W costs less (~€359.99) 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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iCube Pro 5W
Sculpfun
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2335 € | 359.99 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 30 × 26.2 × 22.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 500 × 320 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 50 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 60 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 10000 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 320.0 mm | 125 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 166.67 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 166.67 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm | 10 mm (soft board/cardboard), 6 mm (acrylic) |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | True | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | — | False |
| Passthrough | True | False |
| Supported software | — | LightBurn, Proprietary, 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). | It supports mobile connection via the proprietary Sculpfun app and wired connection to a PC for use with LightBurn and LaserGRBL. Compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs iCube Pro 5W 359.99 € — iCube Pro 5W wins (+549%)
- Work area: Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm vs iCube Pro 5W 125×125 mm — Kraft Lite 40W wins (+924%)
Which one to choose
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