Aufero Laser 1 vs R1 5W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Aufero Laser 1 is the cheapest in its class. Aufero Laser 1 leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while R1 5W shows no advantage of its own. Choose Aufero Laser 1, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Aufero Laser 1
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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R1 5W
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Riconoscimenti | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~110–190 € | ~200–280 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.5 × 42.2 × 12.4 cm | 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 2.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 180 × 180 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 5000 mm/min | 5000 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 180 mm | 100 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 83.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 83.33 mm/s |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 450 nm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL, it supports major operating systems via a direct USB connection. | The machine can be controlled via the proprietary Ortur app, available for mobile and desktop devices, which simplifies the engraving process with pre-configured settings for various materials. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Best price Entry
The lowest list price among entry-level Diode laser (405–460 nm) machines: €150. The second cheapest starts at €169. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
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The differences that matter
- Work area: Aufero Laser 1 180×180 mm vs R1 5W 100×100 mm — Aufero Laser 1 wins (+224%)
- Price: Aufero Laser 1 150 € vs R1 5W 240 € — Aufero Laser 1 wins (+60%)
Which one to choose
Choose Aufero Laser 1 if…
you value work area and price. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose R1 5W if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Aufero Laser 1 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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