Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W vs Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

S30 Ultra 22W leads on the available specs (starting with price); Kraft Lite 40W makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.

Parameter
Atomstack Kraft Lite 40W Kraft Lite 40W Atomstack F2 · Intermediate
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W S30 Ultra 22W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2025 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 2335 € 999.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 80 × 84 × 22 cm
Weight (kg) 23.6 kg
Work area (mm) 500 × 320 mm 590 × 595 mm
Declared precision 0.005 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 320.0 mm 590 mm
Rated power (W) 20.0 W 22 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max cut depth per material wood: 18mm, acrylic: 5mm, leather: 5mm, metal: 0.01mm, stone: 0.01mm 15 mm (balsa wood), 10 mm (plywood)
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 5 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). Fully compatible with third-party software such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. No proprietary apps required; connection is handled via USB or integrated Bluetooth.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Kraft Lite 40W 2335 € vs S30 Ultra 22W 999.99 € — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+134%)
  • Work area: Kraft Lite 40W 500×320 mm vs S30 Ultra 22W 590×595 mm — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+119%)

Which one to choose

Choose S30 Ultra 22W if…

you value price and work area.

See the S30 Ultra 22W sheet →

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