P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver vs S40 Max
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver and S40 Max are not direct competitors: different use classes (F1 vs F3), very different prices (~3.6×). P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; S40 Max offers more capability at a higher price (~€1075). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
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S40 Max
Sculpfun
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–350 € | ~950–1200 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm | 115.4 × 111.3 × 24 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | 15.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 130 × 130 mm | 830 × 800 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 0 mm | — |
| Power (W) | 24 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 180 mm/s | 36000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 130 mm | 800 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 48 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes | 20mm compensato, 6mm acrilico scuro |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 100 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | LightBurn, Proprietary, 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, offering WiFi, USB connectivity, and offline control via the integrated TS1 touchscreen or proprietary app. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € vs S40 Max 1075 € — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+258%)
- Work area: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm vs S40 Max 830×800 mm — S40 Max wins (+3829%)
Which one to choose
Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…
you value price.
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