Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Sculpfun S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Kraft Lite 40W and S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.3×). S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver costs less (~€699) 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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S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 2335 € | 699 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 80 × 84 × 22 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 23.6 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 500 × 320 mm | 600 × 600 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 84 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 320.0 mm | 600 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 11 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max cut depth per material | wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| 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). | Fully compatible with industry-standard software such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. The 32-bit motherboard supports Bluetooth connectivity for wireless control and future expansions. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver 699 € — S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver wins (+234%)
- Work area: Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm vs S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver 600×600 mm — S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver wins (+125%)
Which one to choose
Choose S30 Ultra 11W Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
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