Ortur LM3 40W vs Sculpfun S9 Pro Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S9 Pro 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
|
S9 Pro Laser Engraver
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–800 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 65.8 × 62.5 × 15 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | — | 3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 380 mm | 400 × 410 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 10 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 0.08 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 380.0 mm | 400 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20.0 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | — |
| Max cut depth per material | 15mm Pine, 10mm Plywood, 8mm Black Acrylic | 15mm wood, 10mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 80.0 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | 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. | Compatible with major engraving software like LightBurn and LaserGRBL. It connects via USB and supports files in NC, BMP, JPG, PNG, and DXF formats. |
The differences that matter
- Price: LM3 40W 700 € vs S9 Pro Laser Engraver 499 € — S9 Pro Laser Engraver wins (+40%)
- Work area: LM3 40W 400×380 mm vs S9 Pro Laser Engraver 400×410 mm — S9 Pro Laser Engraver wins (+8%)
Which one to choose
Choose S9 Pro Laser Engraver if…
you value price and work area.
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