Ortur Aufero AL3 20W vs Sculpfun S40 Max

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Aufero AL3 20W and S40 Max are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose Aufero AL3 20W if price matters more; choose S40 Max if work area matters more.

Parameter
Ortur Aufero AL3 20W Aufero AL3 20W Ortur F2 · Intermediate
Sculpfun S40 Max S40 Max Sculpfun F3 · Advanced
Identity
Launch year 2024 2025
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~600–750 € ~950–1200 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 115.4 × 111.3 × 24 cm
Weight (kg) 15.2 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 400 mm 830 × 800 mm
Power (W) 96 W 350 W
Voltage (V) 24 V 24 V
Maximum speed 20000 mm/min 36000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.01 mm 0.1 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 400 mm 800 mm
Rated power (W) 20 W 48 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 333.33 mm/s 600 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 333.33 mm/s 600 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 20mm compensato, 6mm acrilico scuro
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm 100 µm
Autofocus False True
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False True
Supported software LightBurn, Other, Proprietary LightBurn, Proprietary, 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, offering WiFi, USB connectivity, and offline control via the integrated TS1 touchscreen or proprietary app.

The differences that matter

  • Work area: Aufero AL3 20W 400×400 mm vs S40 Max 830×800 mm — S40 Max wins (+315%)
  • Price: Aufero AL3 20W 675 € vs S40 Max 1075 € — Aufero AL3 20W wins (+59%)

Which one to choose

Choose Aufero AL3 20W if…

you value price.

See the Aufero AL3 20W sheet →

Choose S40 Max if…

you value work area.

See the S40 Max sheet →

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