Ortur R1 5W vs xTool S1 20W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
R1 5W and S1 20W Laser Cutter are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6×). R1 5W costs less (~€240) and is the entry-level choice; S1 20W Laser Cutter offers more capability at a higher price (~€1450). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
R1 5W
Ortur
F1 · Entry
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S1 20W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~200–280 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 27.2 × 25 × 21.8 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 2.4 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 100 × 100 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Maximum speed | 5000 mm/min | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 100 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 83.33 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 10 mm wood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| 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. | The machine is managed through dual software compatibility that expands the user's operational possibilities. The proprietary program, developed directly by the manufacturer, provides an accessible interface and simplified positioning functions via sensors, facilitating workflow management even for less experienced operators. For professional contexts or advanced customization needs, the unit fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser cutting. This integration allows the management of detailed parameters, complex vectorization, and customized material libraries. The machine operates primarily in local mode via USB connection or Wi-Fi network, reducing dependency on external cloud services and ensuring operational continuity even in the absence of a stable internet connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: R1 5W 240 € vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 1450 € — R1 5W wins (+504%)
- Work area: R1 5W 100×100 mm vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S1 20W Laser Cutter wins (+1543%)
Which one to choose
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