Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) vs S30 Ultra 33W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) and S30 Ultra 33W 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 S30 Ultra 33W if work area matters more.

Parameter
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W S30 Ultra 33W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2023 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~600–800 € 1299.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm 80 × 84 × 22 cm
Work area (mm) 400 × 380 mm 590 × 595 mm
Power (W) 156 W
Maximum speed 20000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.08 mm 0.005 mm
Category specs
Short side area (mm) 380.0 mm 590 mm
Nominal laser power (W) 20.0 W 33 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 20 mm (balsa wood), 15 mm (plywood), 15 mm (acrylic), 0.1 mm (steel)
Laser wavelength (nm) 455 nm
Minimum achievable resolution (µm) 80.0 µm 5 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 LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Bluetooth connection. Does not require the use of proprietary software.

The differences that matter

  • Work area: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 400×380 mm vs S30 Ultra 33W 590×595 mm — S30 Ultra 33W wins (+131%)
  • Price: Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) 700 € vs S30 Ultra 33W 1299.99 € — Ortur LM3 Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine 20,000mm/min (40W/20W/10W) wins (+86%)

Which one to choose

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

you value price.

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Choose S30 Ultra 33W if…

you value work area.

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