P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver vs S30 5W Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

S30 5W Laser Engraver leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose S30 5W Laser Engraver, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.

Parameter
Riconoscimenti
Identity
Launch year 2024 2022
Use tier F1 — Entry F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~250–350 € 299 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm
Weight (kg) 3 kg
Work area (mm) 130 × 130 mm 410 × 400 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 0 mm
Power (W) 24 W 60 W
Voltage (V) 24 V 12 V
Maximum speed 180 mm/s 6000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.01 mm 0.005 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 130 mm 400 mm
Rated power (W) 5 W 5 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 180 mm/s 100 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 180 mm/s 100 mm/s
Max cut depth per material Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes 5 mm (balsa wood), 3 mm (plywood)
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm 60 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False False
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 via USB connection. The 32-bit motherboard automatically manages the Air Assist activation.

MakerSpecs Awards

P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver

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S30 5W Laser Engraver

Largest work area Entry

The largest work area among entry-level Diode laser (405–460 nm) machines: 1640 cm².

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The differences that matter

  • Work area: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm vs S30 5W Laser Engraver 410×400 mm — S30 5W Laser Engraver wins (+870%)

Which one to choose

Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…

it shows no measurable advantage over S30 5W Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

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Choose S30 5W Laser Engraver if…

you value work area.

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