Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) vs iCube Pro 5W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) and iCube Pro 5W are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) if work area matters more; choose iCube Pro 5W if price matters more.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2023 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~600–800 € 359.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm 30 × 26.2 × 22.6 cm
Work area (mm) 400 × 380 mm 125 × 125 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 50 mm
Power (W) 60 W
Voltage (V) 240 V
Maximum speed 20000 mm/min 10000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.08 mm
Category specs
Short side area (mm) 380.0 mm 125 mm
Nominal laser power (W) 20.0 W 5 W
Laser source technology diode diode
Maximum travel speed (mm/s) 166.67 mm/s
Maximum working speed (mm/s) 333.33 mm/s 166.67 mm/s
Cut depth per material 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic 10 mm (soft board/cardboard), 6 mm (acrylic)
Laser wavelength (nm) 455 nm
Minimum achievable resolution (µm) 80.0 µm
Autofocus system module False False
Rotary module included False False
Passthrough structural slot False
Control software interface proprietary, lightburn, other lightburn, proprietary, other
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes 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. It supports mobile connection via the proprietary Sculpfun app and wired connection to a PC for use with LightBurn and LaserGRBL. Compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems.

The differences that matter

  • Work area: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 400×380 mm vs iCube Pro 5W 125×125 mm — Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) wins (+873%)
  • Price: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 700 € vs iCube Pro 5W 359.99 € — iCube Pro 5W wins (+94%)

Which one to choose

Choose Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) if…

you value work area.

See the Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) sheet →

Choose iCube Pro 5W if…

you value price.

See the iCube Pro 5W sheet →

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