Ortur R2 vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
R2 and S1 10W Laser Cutter are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose R2 if price matters more; choose S1 10W Laser Cutter if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
R2
Ortur
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 10W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~480–600 € | ~1000–1300 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47 × 40 × 21.4 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 10.5 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 210 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Maximum speed | 20000 mm/min | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 210 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10.0 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 333.33 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 6 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10.0 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The Ortur R2 operates exclusively with Ortur's proprietary mobile and desktop app, offering template-based design, sketch-to-engrave, and material-aware presets. No support for LightBurn, LaserGRBL, or any G-code sender; the control board uses a closed protocol. The built-in color touchscreen allows uploading files via USB for offline, PC-free repetition of the last 8 jobs. This simplifies use but prevents custom power/speed curves or integration with external camera systems. | The system offers dual software compatibility that expands operational possibilities for both beginners and advanced users. The proprietary application, xTool Creative Space, is available for free across multiple platforms and natively manages the machine's advanced features, such as three-dimensional surface mapping and sensor-based positioning, making the workflow smooth and immediate. For more complex workflows, the machine fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser engraving and cutting. This flexibility allows users to choose between a guided, simplified interface and a professional design environment, although certain manufacturer-specific calibrations may require the proprietary software for optimal configuration. |
The differences that matter
- Price: R2 540 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — R2 wins (+113%)
- Work area: R2 300×210 mm vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S1 10W Laser Cutter wins (+161%)
Which one to choose
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