Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W vs xTool F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W and F1 Portable Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.6×). Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W costs less (~€329) and is the entry-level choice; F1 Portable Laser Engraver offers more capability at a higher price (~€1499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 329 € | 1499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 60 × 57 × 13 cm | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.84 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 15000 mm/min | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.0125 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 115 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 20 mm Pino / 30 mm Acrilico | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 12.5 µm | 30 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device integrates seamlessly with major workflows thanks to full compatibility with industry-standard programs. Users can manage operations via LaserGRBL, an open-source and free solution particularly suited for beginners and compatible solely with Windows operating systems. For professionals and experienced users requiring vectorization tools, layer management, and advanced path optimization, the machine natively supports LightBurn. The latter, available through a paid license, offers a feature-rich interface and is cross-platform, ensuring compatibility with Windows, macOS, and Linux environments, thus ensuring total control over hardware parameters and complex design execution. | Machine control is primarily handled by the proprietary xTool Creative Space ecosystem, an intuitive application that enables native management of both laser sources and supports autofocus and camera-assisted positioning functions. For advanced users requiring more granular control over processing parameters and complex workflows, the unit offers compatibility with LightBurn. Integration with the latter requires a specific initial configuration for galvanometer systems, but it unlocks professional vector programming features, optimizing execution times across both Windows and macOS operating systems. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W 329 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W wins (+356%)
- Work area: Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W 400×400 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W wins (+1110%)
Which one to choose
Choose Laser Master 2 Pro S2 10W if…
you value price and work area.
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