Ortur R1 5W vs Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
R1 5W and S30 Ultra 22W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.2×). R1 5W costs less (~€240) and is the entry-level choice; S30 Ultra 22W offers more capability at a higher price (~€999.99). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
R1 5W
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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S30 Ultra 22W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~200–280 € | 999.99 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm | 80 × 84 × 22 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 2.4 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 100 × 100 mm | 590 × 595 mm |
| Maximum speed | 5000 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 100 mm | 590 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 22 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | — |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | — |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 15 mm (balsa wood), 10 mm (plywood) |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 5 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | 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 third-party software such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. No proprietary apps required; connection is handled via USB or integrated Bluetooth. |
The differences that matter
- Price: R1 5W 240 € vs S30 Ultra 22W 999.99 € — R1 5W wins (+317%)
- Work area: R1 5W 100×100 mm vs S30 Ultra 22W 590×595 mm — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+3410%)
Which one to choose
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