Ortur Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W vs xTool F1
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W and F1 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.1×). Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W costs less (~€195) and is the entry-level choice; F1 offers more capability at a higher price (~€600). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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F1
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~150–240 € | ~550–650 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 410 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 84 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 115.0 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 1.6 W | 10.0 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | — |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 4000.0 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 8mm basswood, 6mm black acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | — |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 1.99 µm |
| Autofocus | False | — |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | — |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | This machine offers complete compatibility with the main control software currently available for diode lasers, thanks to the adoption of the 32-bit GRBL standard protocol and firmware. Users can manage engraving operations using established and well-documented programs such as LightBurn (paid software, ideal for advanced workflows and users of all operational levels) and LaserGRBL (free and open-source, perfect for those operating on Windows systems). The connection typically occurs via a standard USB cable, ensuring stable communication between the host computer and the machine's motherboard while executing the generated toolpath. The use of closed proprietary software is not required, thus offering maximum operational flexibility. | The xTool F1 Lite is compatible with xTool Studio (proprietary, free, Windows and macOS). The galvo system uses a proprietary protocol: LaserGRBL is not compatible as it requires GRBL firmware on a gantry controller. LightBurn introduced experimental galvo support in version 1.4+, but compatibility with the F1 Lite's specific controller is not officially certified by xTool, making the experience unguaranteed. In practice the user is tied to xTool Studio, which handles core functions but does not offer the flexibility of community profiles, macros, and advanced layers available in LightBurn for GRBL gantry lasers. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W 195 € vs F1 600 € — Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W wins (+208%)
- Work area: Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W 390×410 mm vs F1 115×115 mm — Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W wins (+1109%)
Which one to choose
Choose Laser Master 2 S2 1.6W if…
you value price and work area.
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