Atomstack P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver vs xTool F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver and F1 Portable Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5×). P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; F1 Portable Laser Engraver offers more capability at a higher price (~€1499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
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F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–350 € | 1499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 26.5 × 30.3 × 18.5 cm | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 130 × 130 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 0 mm | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 24 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 180 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 130 mm | 115 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | Balsa wood up to 3-4mm, acrylic up to 2-3mm in multiple passes | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 30 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| 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. | Machine control is primarily handled by the proprietary xTool Creative Space ecosystem, an intuitive application that enables native management of both laser sources and supports autofocus and camera-assisted positioning functions. For advanced users requiring more granular control over processing parameters and complex workflows, the unit offers compatibility with LightBurn. Integration with the latter requires a specific initial configuration for galvanometer systems, but it unlocks professional vector programming features, optimizing execution times across both Windows and macOS operating systems. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 300 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+400%)
- Work area: P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver 130×130 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver wins (+28%)
Which one to choose
Choose P1 Ultra Portable Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
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