Sculpfun iCube Pro 5W vs Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Two Sculpfun diode lasers for different jobs: the iCube Pro 5W works on 125 × 125 mm, the S30 Pro 10W on 385 × 380 mm. Anyone engraving small objects saves €240; anyone working whole sheets and panels needs the area.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 359.99 € | 599.99 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 30 × 26.2 × 22.6 cm | 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 125 × 125 mm | 385 × 380 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 50 mm | — |
| Power (W) | 60 W | 84 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 12 V |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 25000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 125 mm | 380 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | — |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | — |
| Max cut depth per material | 10 mm (soft board/cardboard), 6 mm (acrylic) | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Rotary included/compatible | No | No |
| Passthrough | No | No |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Proprietary, Other | LightBurn, Other |
| Air assist | — | Included |
| Fume extraction | Filter included | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | It supports mobile connection via the proprietary Sculpfun app and wired connection to a PC for use with LightBurn and LaserGRBL. Compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems. | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL for Windows and macOS systems. The 32-bit motherboard can automatically manage the Air Assist activation. |
The differences that matter
- Work area 125 × 125 mm vs 385 × 380 mm → an A4 sheet fits only on the S30 Pro.
- Top speed 10000 vs 25000 mm/min (declared) → on long passes the S30 Pro takes less time.
- Footprint 30 × 26 cm vs 55 × 60 cm → the iCube Pro sits on a shelf, the S30 Pro needs a bench.
- Price €359.99 vs €599.99 → €240 more for the S30 Pro.
Which one to choose
Choose iCube Pro 5W if…
You engrave small objects, such as keyrings or name tags within 125 × 125 mm, and cut now and then: 10 mm in soft board or cardboard and 6 mm in acrylic are the limits declared by the maker. You can also run it from the Sculpfun app, besides LightBurn. It costs €240 less; anything over 125 mm does not fit.
Choose S30 Pro 10W if…
You work whole sheets and panels in a single setup on 385 × 380 mm, at a declared 10 W and speeds up to 25000 mm/min. The 32-bit board switches air assist on by itself. The bill: €240 more and a 55 × 60 cm footprint against 30 × 26 cm.
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