P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver vs Aufero Laser 1

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Aufero Laser 1 is the cheapest in its class. Aufero Laser 1 leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose Aufero Laser 1, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.

Parameter
Riconoscimenti
Identity
Launch year 2024 2021
Use tier F1 — Entry F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~250–350 € ~110–190 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm 31.5 × 42.2 × 12.4 cm
Weight (kg) 3 kg
Work area (mm) 130 × 130 mm 180 × 180 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 0 mm
Power (W) 24 W 48 W
Voltage (V) 24 V 24 V
Maximum speed 180 mm/s 5000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 130 mm 180 mm
Rated power (W) 5 W 5 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 180 mm/s 83.33 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 180 mm/s 83.33 mm/s
Max cut depth per material Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 450 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False True
Supported software LightBurn, Other LightBurn, Other
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The system offers versatile compatibility and can be controlled either through industry-standard software solutions or via dedicated mobile applications. It fully supports LightBurn for users seeking advanced control over engraving parameters and complex project management, alongside LaserGRBL, an open-source option ideal for Windows environments. Furthermore, the integrated wireless connectivity allows operation through the proprietary smartphone and tablet application, optimizing the workflow for quick engravings directly from graphic files stored on mobile devices without needing a permanent physical computer connection. Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL, it supports major operating systems via a direct USB connection.

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P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver

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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.)

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The differences that matter

  • Price: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € vs Aufero Laser 1 150 € — Aufero Laser 1 wins (+100%)
  • Work area: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm vs Aufero Laser 1 180×180 mm — Aufero Laser 1 wins (+92%)

Which one to choose

Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…

it shows no measurable advantage over Aufero Laser 1 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

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Choose Aufero Laser 1 if…

you value price and work area. It is the cheapest in its class.

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