G9 vs S1 20W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
G9 and S1 20W Laser Cutter are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose G9 if price matters more; choose S1 20W Laser Cutter if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
G9
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 20W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| 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 | 20 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 | 10 mm wood |
| 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 machine is managed through dual software compatibility that expands the user's operational possibilities. The proprietary program, developed directly by the manufacturer, provides an accessible interface and simplified positioning functions via sensors, facilitating workflow management even for less experienced operators. For professional contexts or advanced customization needs, the unit fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser cutting. This integration allows the management of detailed parameters, complex vectorization, and customized material libraries. The machine operates primarily in local mode via USB connection or Wi-Fi network, reducing dependency on external cloud services and ensuring operational continuity even in the absence of a stable internet connection. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: G9 105×105 mm vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S1 20W Laser Cutter wins (+1391%)
- Price: G9 899 € vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 1450 € — G9 wins (+61%)
Which one to choose
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