Aufero Laser 2 vs S30 Pro Max 20W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Aufero Laser 2 and S30 Pro Max 20W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.9×). Aufero Laser 2 costs less (~€230) and is the entry-level choice; S30 Pro Max 20W offers more capability at a higher price (~€899.99). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Ortur Aufero Laser 2 Aufero Laser 2 Ortur F2 · Intermediate
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W S30 Pro Max 20W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2021 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~180–280 € 899.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 58.2 × 58 × 14 cm 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm
Weight (kg) 3 kg
Work area (mm) 390 × 390 mm 370 × 360 mm
Power (W) 48 W 120 W
Voltage (V) 24 V 240 V
Maximum speed 15000 mm/min 6000 mm/min
Declared precision 12.5 µm 0.005 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 390 mm 360 mm
Rated power (W) 5 W 20 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 250 mm/s 100 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 250 mm/s 100 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 12 mm (wood), 10 mm (acrylic) 12 mm (acrylic), 10 mm (wood)
Wavelength (nm) 445 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 12.5 µm 5 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False False
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 standard software like LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Bluetooth connection. It does not require proprietary platforms.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Aufero Laser 2 230 € vs S30 Pro Max 20W 899.99 € — Aufero Laser 2 wins (+291%)
  • Work area: Aufero Laser 2 390×390 mm vs S30 Pro Max 20W 370×360 mm — Aufero Laser 2 wins (+14%)

Which one to choose

Choose Aufero Laser 2 if…

you value price and work area.

See the Aufero Laser 2 sheet →

Choose S30 Pro Max 20W if…

it shows no measurable advantage over Aufero Laser 2 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

See the S30 Pro Max 20W sheet →

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