Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W vs D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W and D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W if price matters more; choose D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver if work area matters more.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2021 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 329 € ~500–700 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 60 × 57 × 13 cm 60 × 59 × 15 cm
Weight (kg) 3.5 kg 5 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 400 mm 430 × 390 mm
Power (W) 48 W 100 W
Voltage (V) 24 V
Maximum speed 10000 mm/min 400 mm/s
Declared precision 0.01 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 400 mm 390 mm
Rated power (W) 5.5 W 10 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 250 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 250 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max cut depth per material Wood: 12 mm, Acrylic: 5 mm 6 mm basswood
Wavelength (nm) 445 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 12.5 µm 80 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough True False
Supported software LightBurn, Other Proprietary, LightBurn
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The operational management of the engraver is guaranteed by full compatibility with the most popular software in the industry, making workflow integration highly flexible. Users can utilize LightBurn, an advanced commercial program that has become the gold standard for those requiring complex editing tools and granular control over cutting parameters. Alternatively, the motherboard natively supports LaserGRBL, a free and open-source software solution, particularly suitable for beginners due to its intuitive interface. The connection between the computer and the machine occurs physically via a standard USB cable, ensuring stable and low-latency data transfer, without any need for an internet connection or reliance on cloud-based platforms. Operational management is flexible, adapting to various workflows through dual software compatibility. The manufacturer provides xTool Creative Space, a free, proprietary application that is intuitive and beginner-friendly, supporting connectivity via Wi-Fi, USB cable, or TF card for offline operation. For experienced users requiring advanced vector editing capabilities and precise control over scanning parameters, the machine fully supports LightBurn. The latter requires a separate license purchase and initial setup via dedicated configuration files, but it unlocks the hardware's full potential for optimizing execution times and managing complex multi-layer projects.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W 329 € vs D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver 600 € — Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W wins (+82%)
  • Work area: Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W 400×400 mm vs D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver 430×390 mm — D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver wins (+5%)

Which one to choose

Choose Laser Master 2 Pro S2 5W if…

you value price.

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Choose D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver if…

you value work area.

See the D1 Pro 10W Laser Engraver sheet →

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