Ortur LM3 40W vs Sculpfun S30 5W Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S30 5W Laser Engraver leads on the available specs (starting with price); LM3 40W makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
LM3 40W
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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S30 5W Laser Engraver
Sculpfun
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | 299 € |
| 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 | 410 × 400 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 60 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 12 V |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 6000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.08 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 380.0 mm | 400 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 100 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic | 5 mm (balsa wood), 3 mm (plywood) |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 80.0 µm | 60 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | False |
| Supported software | 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. | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB connection. The 32-bit motherboard automatically manages the Air Assist activation. |
MakerSpecs Awards
LM3 40W
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S30 5W Laser Engraver
Largest work area Entry
The largest work area among entry-level Diode laser (405–460 nm) machines: 1640 cm².
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: LM3 40W 700 € vs S30 5W Laser Engraver 299 € — S30 5W Laser Engraver wins (+134%)
- Work area: LM3 40W 400×380 mm vs S30 5W Laser Engraver 410×400 mm — S30 5W Laser Engraver wins (+8%)
Which one to choose
Choose S30 5W Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
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