Ortur R1 5W vs Sculpfun iCube Pro Max 10W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

R1 5W and iCube Pro Max 10W are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose R1 5W if price matters more; choose iCube Pro Max 10W if work area matters more.

Parameter
Ortur R1 5W R1 5W Ortur F1 · Entry
Sculpfun iCube Pro Max 10W iCube Pro Max 10W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2025 2023
Use tier F1 — Entry F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~200–280 € 459.99 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm 30 × 26.2 × 22.6 cm
Weight (kg) 2.4 kg 3.2 kg
Work area (mm) 100 × 100 mm 120 × 120 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 50 mm
Maximum speed 5000 mm/min 10000 mm/min
Declared precision 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 100 mm 120 mm
Rated power (W) 5 W 10 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 83.33 mm/s 166.67 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 83.33 mm/s 166.67 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 10mm light wood / 5mm acrylic (Single Pass)
Wavelength (nm) 450 nm 455 nm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False True
Supported software Proprietary Proprietary, LightBurn, Other
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The machine can be controlled via the proprietary Ortur app, available for mobile and desktop devices, which simplifies the engraving process with pre-configured settings for various materials. Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL for PC control. It also supports the dedicated mobile Sculpfun App via Bluetooth connection.

The differences that matter

  • Price: R1 5W 240 € vs iCube Pro Max 10W 459.99 € — R1 5W wins (+92%)
  • Work area: R1 5W 100×100 mm vs iCube Pro Max 10W 120×120 mm — iCube Pro Max 10W wins (+44%)

Which one to choose

Choose R1 5W if…

you value price.

See the R1 5W sheet →

Choose iCube Pro Max 10W if…

you value work area.

See the iCube Pro Max 10W sheet →

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