Ortur Laser Master 2 S2 5W vs xTool M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Laser Master 2 S2 5W and M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.3×). Laser Master 2 S2 5W costs less (~€215) and is the entry-level choice; M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter offers more capability at a higher price (~€700). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Laser Master 2 S2 5W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~170–260 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 55 × 58 × 15 cm | 55.7 × 45.3 × 23 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 2.4 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 410 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 22 mm |
| Power (W) | 48 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 250 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 8mm wood, 5mm acrylic | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Natively compatible with LightBurn (paid) for Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, and with LaserGRBL (free) exclusively for Windows environments. | Device control relies exclusively on the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software. This application manages both laser engraving and cutting operations, alongside path planning for the integrated blade cutter. The software incorporates visual alignment features assisted by the internal high-resolution camera, facilitating precise design placement on materials. There is no native support for universal third-party applications like LightBurn, restricting users to the manufacturer's ecosystem. The application is compatible with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, requiring an initial connection for updates but supporting offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Laser Master 2 S2 5W 215 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — Laser Master 2 S2 5W wins (+226%)
- Work area: Laser Master 2 S2 5W 390×410 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — Laser Master 2 S2 5W wins (+38%)
Which one to choose
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