H20 40W vs S1 20W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S1 20W Laser Cutter leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while H20 40W shows no advantage of its own. Choose S1 20W Laser Cutter, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
H20 40W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 20W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1300–1700 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 62.5 × 46.2 × 27.2 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 22.8 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 410 × 275 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 98 mm | 42 mm |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 275 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 40 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 | 20mm wood, 15mm acrylic (single pass) | 10 mm wood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with industry-standard software LightBurn and LaserGRBL, as well as Ortur's proprietary Inspiraesth application. Supports connectivity via USB, Wi-Fi, and local memory 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
- Work area: H20 40W 410×275 mm vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S1 20W Laser Cutter wins (+46%)
Which one to choose
Choose H20 40W if…
it shows no measurable advantage over S1 20W Laser Cutter on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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