Aufero Laser 2 vs S30 Pro Max 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
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 |
Aufero Laser 2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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S30 Pro Max 20W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| 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 S30 Pro Max 20W if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Aufero Laser 2 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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