H20 20W vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
H20 20W and M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose H20 20W if work area matters more; choose M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter if price matters more.
| Parameter |
H20 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1200–1600 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 63.5 × 38.1 × 25.4 cm | 55.7 × 45.3 × 23 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 22.82 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 300 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 98 mm | 22 mm |
| Power (W) | 144 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 250 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 10mm (legno morbido) | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and Ortur's proprietary app. Supports connectivity via WiFi, USB, and TF card. | Device control relies exclusively on the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software. This application manages both laser engraving and cutting operations, alongside path planning for the integrated blade cutter. The software incorporates visual alignment features assisted by the internal high-resolution camera, facilitating precise design placement on materials. There is no native support for universal third-party applications like LightBurn, restricting users to the manufacturer's ecosystem. The application is compatible with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, requiring an initial connection for updates but supporting offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: H20 20W 1400 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+100%)
- Work area: H20 20W 420×300 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — H20 20W wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
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