G9 vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while G9 shows no advantage of its own. Choose M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
G9
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 23 × 19.5 × 32.1 cm | 55.7 × 45.3 × 23 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.4 kg | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 105 × 105 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 22 mm |
| Power (W) | 108 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | 12 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 5000 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.0001 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 105 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 10000 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 5000 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 10 mm legno, 6 mm acrilico | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary |
| 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). | Device control relies exclusively on the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software. This application manages both laser engraving and cutting operations, alongside path planning for the integrated blade cutter. The software incorporates visual alignment features assisted by the internal high-resolution camera, facilitating precise design placement on materials. There is no native support for universal third-party applications like LightBurn, restricting users to the manufacturer's ecosystem. The application is compatible with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, requiring an initial connection for updates but supporting offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: G9 105×105 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+948%)
- Price: G9 899 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+28%)
Which one to choose
Choose G9 if…
it shows no measurable advantage over M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
Choose M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter if…
you value work area and price.
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