Ortur H20 20W vs xTool S1 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Two 20 W diode lasers in the same price range, €1,200 to €1,600. The bed decides it: the xTool S1 works on 498 × 330 mm and has autofocus and a pass-through opening, the Ortur H20 on 420 × 300 mm.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1200–1600 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 63.5 × 38.1 × 25.4 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 22.82 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 300 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 98 mm | 42 mm |
| Power (W) | 144 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 300 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20 W | 20 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) | 10 mm wood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | — |
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Rotary included/compatible | No | No |
| Passthrough | No | Yes |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Laser class | Class 1 | — |
| Frame | Closed | — |
| Air assist | Included | — |
| Fume extraction | Exhaust port | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and Ortur's proprietary app. Supports connectivity via WiFi, USB, and TF card. | The machine is managed through dual software compatibility that expands the user's operational possibilities. The proprietary program, developed directly by the manufacturer, provides an accessible interface and simplified positioning functions via sensors, facilitating workflow management even for less experienced operators. For professional contexts or advanced customization needs, the unit fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser cutting. This integration allows the management of detailed parameters, complex vectorization, and customized material libraries. The machine operates primarily in local mode via USB connection or Wi-Fi network, reducing dependency on external cloud services and ensuring operational continuity even in the absence of a stable internet connection. |
The differences that matter
- Bed, 420 × 300 mm vs 498 × 330 mm → a 450 × 320 mm panel can be worked whole only on the xTool S1.
- Autofocus and pass-through opening, xTool S1 only → changing material means no manual refocusing, and long parts feed through.
- Declared speed, 20000 mm/min vs 36000 mm/min (manufacturer-declared values) → on fill engraving the xTool S1 declares shorter times.
- Footprint, 63.5 × 38.1 cm vs 76.5 × 56.1 cm → the H20 fits a smaller bench.
Which one to choose
Choose H20 20W if…
For cutting and engraving panels within 420 × 300 mm on a small bench: the H20 takes up 63.5 × 38.1 cm against 76.5 × 56.1 cm. The trade-off: no autofocus and no pass-through opening, so height is set by hand and parts longer than the bed have to be worked in several stages.
Choose S1 20W if…
For boards up to 498 × 330 mm, or parts longer than the bed thanks to the pass-through opening, without touching up the focus by hand at every material change. The trade-off is space: it needs 76.5 × 56.1 cm on the bench.
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