Ortur Aufero Laser 1 vs xTool M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Aufero Laser 1 and M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.7×). Aufero Laser 1 costs less (~€150) and is the entry-level choice; M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter offers more capability at a higher price (~€700). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Aufero Laser 1
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~110–190 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 31.5 × 42.2 × 12.4 cm | 55.7 × 45.3 × 23 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 180 × 180 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 22 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 5000 mm/min | 250 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 180 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| 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. | Device control relies exclusively on the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software. This application manages both laser engraving and cutting operations, alongside path planning for the integrated blade cutter. The software incorporates visual alignment features assisted by the internal high-resolution camera, facilitating precise design placement on materials. There is no native support for universal third-party applications like LightBurn, restricting users to the manufacturer's ecosystem. The application is compatible with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, requiring an initial connection for updates but supporting offline operation. |
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
- Price: Aufero Laser 1 150 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — Aufero Laser 1 wins (+367%)
- Work area: Aufero Laser 1 180×180 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+256%)
Which one to choose
Choose Aufero Laser 1 if…
you value price. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter if…
you value work area.
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