Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) vs Sculpfun S10

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) and Sculpfun S10 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 price matters more; choose Sculpfun S10 if price matters more.

Parameter
Sculpfun Sculpfun S10 Sculpfun S10 Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2023 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~600–800 € 469.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm
Weight (kg) 3.42 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 380 mm 410 × 400 mm
Power (W) 36 W
Maximum speed 20000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.08 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Short side area (mm) 380.0 mm 400 mm
Nominal laser power (W) 20.0 W 10 W
Laser source technology diode diode
Maximum working speed (mm/s) 333.33 mm/s
Cut depth per material 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic
Laser wavelength (nm) 455 nm
Minimum achievable resolution (µm) 80.0 µm 10 µm
Autofocus system module False False
Rotary module included False False
Passthrough structural slot False
Control software interface proprietary, lightburn, other lightburn, 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. Compatible with major engraving software such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. It connects via USB port and does not support offline use with SD memory cards.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 700 € vs Sculpfun S10 469.99 € — Sculpfun S10 wins (+49%)
  • Work area: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 400×380 mm vs Sculpfun S10 410×400 mm — Sculpfun S10 wins (+8%)

Which one to choose

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

it shows no measurable advantage over Sculpfun S10 on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

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Choose Sculpfun S10 if…

you value price and work area.

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