Atomstack P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver vs Ortur Aufero AL3 20W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver and Aufero AL3 20W are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if price matters more; choose Aufero AL3 20W if work area matters more.

Parameter
Ortur Aufero AL3 20W Aufero AL3 20W Ortur F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2024
Use tier F1 — Entry F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~250–350 € ~600–750 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm
Weight (kg) 3 kg
Work area (mm) 130 × 130 mm 400 × 400 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 0 mm
Power (W) 24 W 96 W
Voltage (V) 24 V 24 V
Maximum speed 180 mm/s 20000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.01 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 130 mm 400 mm
Rated power (W) 5 W 20 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 180 mm/s 333.33 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 180 mm/s 333.33 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 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm 10 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False False
Supported software LightBurn, Other LightBurn, Other, Proprietary
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. Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Wi-Fi connection. It also supports the proprietary Inspiraesth app for direct control from mobile devices.

The differences that matter

  • Price: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € vs Aufero AL3 20W 675 € — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+125%)
  • Work area: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm vs Aufero AL3 20W 400×400 mm — Aufero AL3 20W wins (+847%)

Which one to choose

Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…

you value price.

See the P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver sheet →

Choose Aufero AL3 20W if…

you value work area.

See the Aufero AL3 20W sheet →

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