H20 20W vs S40 Max

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

S40 Max leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while H20 20W shows no advantage of its own. Choose S40 Max, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.

Parameter
Ortur H20 20W H20 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 (€) ~1200–1600 € ~950–1200 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 63.5 × 38.1 × 25.4 cm 115.4 × 111.3 × 24 cm
Weight (kg) 22.82 kg 15.2 kg
Work area (mm) 420 × 300 mm 830 × 800 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 98 mm
Power (W) 144 W 350 W
Voltage (V) 240 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) 300 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 10mm (legno morbido) 20mm compensato, 6mm acrilico scuro
Wavelength (nm) 445 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm 100 µm
Autofocus False True
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False True
Supported software Proprietary, LightBurn, Other LightBurn, Proprietary, Other
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and Ortur's proprietary app. Supports connectivity via WiFi, USB, and TF card. 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: H20 20W 420×300 mm vs S40 Max 830×800 mm — S40 Max wins (+427%)
  • Price: H20 20W 1400 € vs S40 Max 1075 € — S40 Max wins (+30%)

Which one to choose

Choose H20 20W if…

it shows no measurable advantage over S40 Max on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

See the H20 20W sheet →

Choose S40 Max if…

you value work area and price.

See the S40 Max sheet →

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