Laser Master 2 S2 10W vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Laser Master 2 S2 10W and F1 Portable Laser Engraver are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3×). Laser Master 2 S2 10W costs less (~€499) 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 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 (€) | 499 € | 1499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 55 × 58 × 15 cm | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 2.4 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 410 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 115 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 83.3 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 83.3 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | Pine: 20 mm, Acrylic: 30 mm | 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 system is fully compatible with major industry software packages, offering users maximum operational flexibility without relying on internet connections or cloud platforms. It natively supports LightBurn, the industry-standard premium software for those needing advanced design tools and optimized laser parameter control. For users seeking a free solution, the machine integrates seamlessly with LaserGRBL, still ensuring excellent results for standard engraving and cutting operations. The file format handling is highly versatile, encompassing vectors and raster images such as SVG, DXF, JPG, and PNG, thereby allowing operators to easily import design projects from virtually any CAD modeling or two-dimensional graphics environment. | 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 S2 10W 499 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — Laser Master 2 S2 10W wins (+200%)
- Work area: Laser Master 2 S2 10W 390×410 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — Laser Master 2 S2 10W wins (+1109%)
Which one to choose
Choose Laser Master 2 S2 10W if…
you value price and work area.
Choose F1 Portable Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Laser Master 2 S2 10W on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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