Sculpfun iCube Ultra vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Two diode lasers with very different work areas: 15×15 cm against 37×36 cm. The iCube Ultra has 12 W rated power and autofocus; the S30 Pro Max has 20 W and room for whole panels.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 599 € | 899.99 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 33 × 36 × 29 cm | 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 150 × 150 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 80 mm | — |
| Power (W) | — | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/min | 6000 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 150 mm | 360 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 12 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 166.67 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 10 mm (legno di paulonia) | 12 mm (acrylic), 10 mm (wood) |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 100 µm | 5 µm |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Rotary included/compatible | No | No |
| Passthrough | — | No |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | LightBurn, Other |
| Laser class | Class 1 | — |
| Frame | Closed | — |
| Air assist | Optional | Included |
| Fume extraction | Filter included | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is compatible with major third-party software like LightBurn and can also be controlled via the proprietary Sculpfun app from mobile devices or PCs. | Fully compatible with standard software like LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Bluetooth connection. It does not require proprietary platforms. |
The differences that matter
- Work area, 150×150 mm vs 370×360 mm → the S30 Pro Max takes whole panels; the iCube Ultra works on small pieces.
- Rated power, 12 W vs 20 W → cutting depths as declared by the manufacturer: 10 mm on paulownia for the iCube Ultra, 10 mm on wood and 12 mm on acrylic for the S30 Pro Max.
- Focus → automatic on the iCube Ultra, no autofocus on the S30 Pro Max.
- Price, 599 € vs 899.99 € → the S30 Pro Max costs about 300 € more.
Which one to choose
Choose iCube Ultra if…
Engraving small objects, with focus that sets itself when the thickness of the piece changes, and about 300 € less. The work area stops at 15 cm a side and the power is lower.
Choose S30 Pro Max 20W if…
A wooden panel or an acrylic sheet that fills almost the whole bed, cut in fewer passes thanks to the 20 W. There is no autofocus and it costs about 300 € more.
Where to buy
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