Aufero AL3 20W vs Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Aufero AL3 20W leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W shows no advantage of its own. Choose Aufero AL3 20W, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Aufero AL3 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–750 € | ~800–1050 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 58 × 55 × 15 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 400 × 380 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | 96 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 20000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Short side area (mm) | 400 mm | 380 mm |
| Nominal laser power (W) | 20 W | 20 W |
| Laser source technology | diode | diode |
| Maximum travel speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Maximum working speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Cut depth per material | — | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic |
| Laser wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 445 nm |
| Minimum achievable resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 12.5 µm |
| Autofocus system module | False | False |
| Rotary module included | False | False |
| Passthrough structural slot | False | True |
| Control software interface | lightburn, other, proprietary | lightburn, other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Wi-Fi connection. It also supports the proprietary Inspiraesth app for direct control from mobile devices. | 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 AL3 20W 675 € vs Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W 925 € — Aufero AL3 20W wins (+37%)
- Work area: Aufero AL3 20W 400×400 mm vs Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W 400×380 mm — Aufero AL3 20W wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Aufero AL3 20W on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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