Ortur Aufero Laser 2 vs Sculpfun SF-A9 40W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Aufero Laser 2 and SF-A9 40W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.4×). Aufero Laser 2 costs less (~€230) and is the entry-level choice; SF-A9 40W offers more capability at a higher price (~€1699). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Aufero Laser 2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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SF-A9 40W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~180–280 € | 1699 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.2 × 58 × 14 cm | 60.6 × 66.5 × 11 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | 6.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 390 mm | 400 × 400 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 15000 mm/min | 36000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 12.5 µm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 400 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 40 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 12 mm (wood), 10 mm (acrylic) | 20 mm compensato, 6 mm acrilico |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 12.5 µm | 100 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, 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, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. It also supports the proprietary Sculpfun application. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Aufero Laser 2 230 € vs SF-A9 40W 1699 € — Aufero Laser 2 wins (+639%)
- Work area: Aufero Laser 2 390×390 mm vs SF-A9 40W 400×400 mm — SF-A9 40W wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
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