Sculpfun C1 Mini vs xTool D1 Pro 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
C1 Mini and D1 Pro 20W are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.3×). C1 Mini costs less (~€169) and is the entry-level choice; D1 Pro 20W offers more capability at a higher price (~€900). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
C1 Mini
Sculpfun
F1 · Entry
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D1 Pro 20W
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 169 € | ~800–1000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 29 × 25 × 14 cm | 60 × 59 × 15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 1.05 kg | 5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 150 × 130 mm | 430 × 390 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 120 W |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 130 mm | 390 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 3 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | — | 10mm wood, 8mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 40 µm | 80 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Natively supports LightBurn and LaserGRBL via direct connection, ensuring full compatibility with major laser control operating environments. | Machine control is flexible thanks to multi-platform support. The manufacturer provides the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software, which is free and intuitive, suitable for beginners and available for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, operating completely offline via USB connection or TF card. For advanced users requiring professional nesting, layer management, and path optimization features, the engraver guarantees full compatibility with LightBurn. The optimized firmware architecture allows for a smooth transition between both applications, supporting the import of standard vector and raster formats such as SVG, DXF, BMP, and JPG, without any dependence on external cloud services for daily operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: C1 Mini 169 € vs D1 Pro 20W 900 € — C1 Mini wins (+433%)
- Work area: C1 Mini 150×130 mm vs D1 Pro 20W 430×390 mm — D1 Pro 20W wins (+760%)
Which one to choose
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