Sculpfun G9 vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

G9 and S1 10W Laser Cutter are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose G9 if price matters more; choose S1 10W Laser Cutter if work area matters more.

Parameter
Sculpfun G9 G9 Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter S1 10W Laser Cutter xTool F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 899 € ~1000–1300 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 23 × 19.5 × 32.1 cm 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm
Weight (kg) 6.4 kg 20 kg
Work area (mm) 105 × 105 mm 498 × 330 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 42 mm
Power (W) 108 W
Voltage (V) 12 V
Maximum speed 5000 mm/s 600 mm/s
Declared precision 0.0001 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 105 mm 330 mm
Rated power (W) 12 W 10 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 10000 mm/s 600 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 5000 mm/s 600 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 10 mm legno, 6 mm acrilico 6 mm basswood
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm
Autofocus True True
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 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

  • Work area: G9 105×105 mm vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S1 10W Laser Cutter wins (+1391%)
  • Price: G9 899 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — G9 wins (+28%)

Which one to choose

Choose G9 if…

you value price.

See the G9 sheet →

Choose S1 10W Laser Cutter if…

you value work area.

See the S1 10W Laser Cutter sheet →

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