Sculpfun iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver vs xTool D1 Pro 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver and D1 Pro 20W are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver if price matters more; choose D1 Pro 20W if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
D1 Pro 20W
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 359 € | ~800–1000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 26.2 × 30 × 22.6 cm | 60 × 59 × 15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.2 kg | 5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 125 × 125 mm | 430 × 390 mm |
| Power (W) | 60 W | 120 W |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 125 mm | 390 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 10mm soft board, 6mm acrylic | 10mm wood, 8mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | — | 80 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL (Windows), and the proprietary Sculpfun app via Bluetooth for direct mobile control. | 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: iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver 359 € vs D1 Pro 20W 900 € — iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver wins (+151%)
- Work area: iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver 125×125 mm vs D1 Pro 20W 430×390 mm — D1 Pro 20W wins (+973%)
Which one to choose
Choose iCube Pro 5W Portable Laser Engraver if…
you value price.
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