Ortur Aufero Laser 2 vs Ortur R1 5W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Aufero Laser 2 leads on the available specs (starting with work area); R1 5W makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Aufero Laser 2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
|
R1 5W
Ortur
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–280 € | ~200–280 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.2 × 58 × 14 cm | 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | 2.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 390 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 15000 mm/min | 5000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 12.5 µm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 100 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 83.33 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 83.33 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 12 mm (wood), 10 mm (acrylic) | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 12.5 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| 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. | 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. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Aufero Laser 2 390×390 mm vs R1 5W 100×100 mm — Aufero Laser 2 wins (+1421%)
Which one to choose
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