G9 vs D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while G9 shows no advantage of its own. Choose D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.

Parameter
Sculpfun G9 G9 Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 899 € ~350–500 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 23 × 19.5 × 32.1 cm 60 × 59 × 15 cm
Weight (kg) 6.4 kg 5 kg
Work area (mm) 105 × 105 mm 430 × 400 mm
Power (W) 108 W 60 W
Voltage (V) 12 V
Maximum speed 5000 mm/s 400 mm/s
Declared precision 0.0001 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 105 mm 400 mm
Rated power (W) 12 W 5 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 10000 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 5000 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 10 mm legno, 6 mm acrilico
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm 10 µm
Autofocus True False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False True
Supported software Proprietary, LightBurn Proprietary, LightBurn
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes Compatible with the free proprietary SGD Laser software (optimized for galvo systems and recommended for beginners) and LightBurn (requires a license and is partially supported for advanced features). The system offers versatile software compatibility, supporting both the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) environment and the industry-standard LightBurn. XCS is a free, intuitive platform ideal for beginners, allowing full project management both online and in a completely offline mode, eliminating cloud dependency. For advanced users requiring sophisticated vector editing and control features, LightBurn represents the ideal choice, integrating via USB or Wi-Fi connection. This dual software option ensures that the machine can evolve alongside the user's skills, covering both straightforward workflows and more complex graphic production and engraving design layouts.

The differences that matter

  • Price: G9 899 € vs D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver 425 € — D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver wins (+112%)
  • Work area: G9 105×105 mm vs D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver 430×400 mm — D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver wins (+1460%)

Which one to choose

Choose G9 if…

it shows no measurable advantage over D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.

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Choose D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver if…

you value price and work area.

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