Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W vs Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W)
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W shows no advantage of its own. Choose Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W), unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~800–1050 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58 × 55 × 15 cm | 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 380 mm | 400 × 380 mm |
| Power (W) | 96 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 20000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.08 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Short side area (mm) | 380 mm | 380.0 mm |
| Nominal laser power (W) | 20 W | 20.0 W |
| Laser source technology | diode | diode |
| Maximum travel speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | — |
| Maximum working speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 333.33 mm/s |
| Cut depth per material | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic |
| Laser wavelength (nm) | 445 nm | — |
| Minimum achievable resolution (µm) | 12.5 µm | 80.0 µm |
| Autofocus system module | False | False |
| Rotary module included | False | False |
| Passthrough structural slot | True | — |
| Control software interface | lightburn, other | proprietary, lightburn, other |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Wi-Fi. It also offers the proprietary Ortur Laser Explorer app for controlling and sending jobs directly from a smartphone. | The LM3 uses firmware based on the open GRBL protocol, compatible with LightBurn (diode license ~$60 one-time), LaserGRBL (free, open-source), and the proprietary Ortur iOS/Android app with selectable novice and advanced modes. LightBurn offers advanced variable power control, path optimization, and optional camera alignment; LaserGRBL covers basic engraving tasks at no additional cost. The open GRBL protocol ensures compatibility with third-party tools and standard G-code generators. Communication is via USB; the Ortur app allows remote job launching via Wi-Fi without a connected PC. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W 925 € vs Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 700 € — Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) wins (+32%)
Which one to choose
Choose Laser Master 3 (LM3) 20W if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
Choose Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) if…
you value price.
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