Ortur R1 5W vs xTool M1 Ultra Craft Machine
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
R1 5W and M1 Ultra Craft Machine are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.4×). R1 5W costs less (~€240) and is the entry-level choice; M1 Ultra Craft Machine offers more capability at a higher price (~€1299). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
R1 5W
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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M1 Ultra Craft Machine
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~200–280 € | 1299 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm | 62 × 49.8 × 17.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 2.4 kg | 12 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 100 × 100 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 180 W |
| Maximum speed | 5000 mm/min | 400 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 100 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| 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. | Control is managed exclusively via xTool Creative Space (XCS), the proprietary software compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems. XCS handles the multi-tool ecosystem, allowing seamless switching from laser cutting setup to blade cutting or inkjet printing within the same project. The software supports standard vector and raster file formats and includes automatic path optimization tools. Due to the complex multi-tool architecture, the system does not offer native compatibility with industry-standard software like LightBurn, binding the user to the manufacturer's official interface, which receives regular updates. |
The differences that matter
- Price: R1 5W 240 € vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 1299 € — R1 5W wins (+441%)
- Work area: R1 5W 100×100 mm vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 385×300 mm — M1 Ultra Craft Machine wins (+1055%)
Which one to choose
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