Ortur Aufero Laser 2 vs Ortur Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Aufero Laser 2 and Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4×). Aufero Laser 2 costs less (~€230) 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 |
Aufero Laser 2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–280 € | ~800–1050 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.2 × 58 × 14 cm | 58 × 55 × 15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 390 mm | 400 × 380 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | 96 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 15000 mm/min | 20000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 12.5 µm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 380 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 12 mm (wood), 10 mm (acrylic) | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 445 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 12.5 µm | 12.5 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | LightBurn, Other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is fully compatible with the main control software on the market, including LightBurn (paid, for advanced users) and LaserGRBL (free, available only for Windows). Connection to the computer is traditionally established via a USB cable, ensuring stability during operations. No internet connection or cloud platform is required to operate the machine, ensuring total control over your files and privacy during use. | 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: Aufero Laser 2 230 € vs Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W 925 € — Aufero Laser 2 wins (+302%)
Which one to choose
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