Atomstack Swift Mini Laser Engraver vs Ortur Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Swift Mini Laser Engraver and Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.4×). Swift Mini Laser Engraver costs less (~€170) and is the entry-level choice; Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W offers more capability at a higher price (~€925). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Swift Mini Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
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Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~120–220 € | ~800–1050 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 58 × 55 × 15 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 135 × 145 mm | 400 × 380 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 96 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 166.67 mm/s | 20000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 135 mm | 380 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 3 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 445 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 40 µm | 12.5 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | LightBurn, Other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device stands out for its excellent software flexibility, tailored for both novices and more experienced users. The proprietary AtomStack Studio app, compatible with mobile devices, integrates AI-based features such as text-to-image generation, making the creative process straightforward. Connectivity is ensured via Wi-Fi, direct hotspot, and USB cable. For those who desire more granular control over processing parameters, the Swift Mini maintains full compatibility with LightBurn, the industry-standard laser engraving software for PC, thus offering a scalable learning curve. | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Wi-Fi. It also offers the proprietary Ortur Laser Explorer app for controlling and sending jobs directly from a smartphone. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Swift Mini Laser Engraver 170 € vs Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W 925 € — Swift Mini Laser Engraver wins (+444%)
- Work area: Swift Mini Laser Engraver 135×145 mm vs Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W 400×380 mm — Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W wins (+677%)
Which one to choose
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