Swift Mini Laser Engraver vs iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Swift Mini Laser Engraver leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose Swift Mini Laser Engraver, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Swift Mini Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~120–220 € | 359 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 26.2 × 30 × 22.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 3.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 135 × 145 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 60 W |
| Maximum speed | 166.67 mm/s | 10000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 135 mm | 125 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 3 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 166.67 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 166.67 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 10mm soft board, 6mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 40 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | — |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary, 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. | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL (Windows), and the proprietary Sculpfun app via Bluetooth for direct mobile control. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Swift Mini Laser Engraver 170 € vs iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver 359 € — Swift Mini Laser Engraver wins (+111%)
- Work area: Swift Mini Laser Engraver 135×145 mm vs iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver 125×125 mm — Swift Mini Laser Engraver wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
Choose Swift Mini Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
Choose iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Swift Mini Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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