Ortur H20 40W vs xTool S1 40W Laser Cutter

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

H20 40W and S1 40W Laser Cutter are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose H20 40W if price matters more; choose S1 40W Laser Cutter if work area matters more.

Parameter
Ortur H20 40W H20 40W Ortur F2 · Intermediate
xTool S1 40W Laser Cutter S1 40W Laser Cutter xTool F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~1300–1700 € ~2000–2500 €
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 × 319 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 98 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 319 mm
Rated power (W) 40 W 40 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)
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. Device control is primarily managed through the proprietary xTool Creative Space software, an intuitive and constantly updated application ideal for managing graphic workflows and calibrating cutting and engraving parameters. For users requiring professional features or established workflows, the machine guarantees compatibility with LightBurn, the industry standard. The software integration allows for surface mapping and automatic positioning without the need for traditional cameras, simplifying file preparation in both Windows and macOS environments via USB or Wi-Fi connections.

The differences that matter

  • Price: H20 40W 1500 € vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 2250 € — H20 40W wins (+50%)
  • Work area: H20 40W 410×275 mm vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 498×319 mm — S1 40W Laser Cutter wins (+41%)

Which one to choose

Choose H20 40W if…

you value price.

See the H20 40W sheet →

Choose S1 40W Laser Cutter if…

you value work area.

See the S1 40W Laser Cutter sheet →

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