Sculpfun S30 10W vs Sculpfun S9
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Two diode lasers from the same maker, same software, neither with autofocus: what changes is optical power and price, with a gap of over €340. The choice is between a stronger laser and a wider bed at a lower cost.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 599.99 € | 259 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm | 57 × 60 × 27 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 380 × 385 mm | 410 × 415 mm |
| Power (W) | 84 W | 30 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 25000 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 0.005 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 380 mm | 410 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10 W | 5.5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max cut depth per material | — | Wood: 15mm, Acrylic: 10mm |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 5 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Rotary included/compatible | No | No |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | LightBurn, Other |
| Air assist | Included | Optional |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The 32-bit motherboard is fully compatible with LightBurn (including M8 air control) and LaserGRBL. It also supports Bluetooth connectivity and offline printing via SD card. | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL (Windows only), operating via standard GRBL firmware without proprietary restrictions. |
The differences that matter
- Optical power 10 W against 5.5 W (values declared by the manufacturer) → the same cut takes fewer passes on the S30, more time on the S9.
- Price €599.99 against €259 → the S30 costs about €340 more, which is the price of the extra power.
- Bed 380 × 385 mm against 410 × 415 mm → a larger panel fits on the S9 without repositioning.
- Minimum resolution 5 µm against 10 µm → the S30 engraves slightly finer, useful on small text.
Which one to choose
Choose S30 10W if…
You engrave and cut wood or acrylic regularly and don't want to multiply passes: the S30 declares 10 W optical against 5.5 W, nearly double the light on the workpiece. It runs offline from an SD card, also connects over Bluetooth, and handles air control from LightBurn. It costs €340 more and the bed is smaller at 380 × 385 mm.
Choose S9 if…
You are starting out with engraving on wood and acrylic, or use it at weekends, and want to spend €259: the bed is 410 × 415 mm, enough for larger panels. With 5.5 W optical, cuts take more passes and jobs take longer. LaserGRBL runs on Windows only; with LightBurn there is no such limit.
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