Atomstack Swift Mini Laser Engraver vs Sculpfun SF-A9 40W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Swift Mini Laser Engraver and SF-A9 40W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~10×). Swift Mini Laser Engraver costs less (~€170) and is the entry-level choice; SF-A9 40W offers more capability at a higher price (~€1699). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Swift Mini Laser Engraver
Atomstack
F1 · Entry
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SF-A9 40W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~120–220 € | 1699 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 60.6 × 66.5 × 11 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 6.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 135 × 145 mm | 400 × 400 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 166.67 mm/s | 36000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 135 mm | 400 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 3 W | 40 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 20 mm compensato, 6 mm acrilico |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 40 µm | 100 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | 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. | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. It also supports the proprietary Sculpfun application. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Swift Mini Laser Engraver 170 € vs SF-A9 40W 1699 € — Swift Mini Laser Engraver wins (+899%)
- Work area: Swift Mini Laser Engraver 135×145 mm vs SF-A9 40W 400×400 mm — SF-A9 40W wins (+717%)
Which one to choose
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