H20 20W vs S40 Max
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
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 |
H20 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
|
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.
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