Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) vs Sculpfun S30 10W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) and Sculpfun S30 10W 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 Sculpfun S30 10W if price matters more.

Parameter
Sculpfun Sculpfun S30 10W Sculpfun S30 10W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2023 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~600–800 € 599.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm
Work area (mm) 400 × 380 mm 380 × 385 mm
Power (W) 84 W
Voltage (V) 240 V
Maximum speed 20000 mm/min 25000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.08 mm 0.005 mm
Category specs
Short side area (mm) 380.0 mm 380 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 5 µm
Autofocus system module False False
Rotary module included False 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. The 32-bit motherboard is fully compatible with LightBurn (including M8 air control) and LaserGRBL. It also supports Bluetooth connectivity and offline printing via SD card.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 700 € vs Sculpfun S30 10W 599.99 € — Sculpfun S30 10W wins (+17%)
  • Work area: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 400×380 mm vs Sculpfun S30 10W 380×385 mm — Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) wins (+4%)

Which one to choose

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

you value work area.

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Choose Sculpfun S30 10W if…

you value price.

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