Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W vs xTool D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver leads on the available specs (starting with price); S30 Pro Max 20W makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.

Parameter
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W S30 Pro Max 20W Sculpfun F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2022 2022
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 899.99 € ~350–500 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm 60 × 59 × 15 cm
Weight (kg) 5 kg
Work area (mm) 370 × 360 mm 430 × 400 mm
Power (W) 120 W 60 W
Voltage (V) 240 V
Maximum speed 6000 mm/min 400 mm/s
Declared precision 0.005 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 360 mm 400 mm
Rated power (W) 20 W 5 W
Source technology Diode Diode
Max travel speed (mm/s) 100 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max processing speed (mm/s) 100 mm/s 400 mm/s
Max cut depth per material 12 mm (acrylic), 10 mm (wood)
Wavelength (nm) 455 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 5 µm 10 µm
Autofocus False False
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough False True
Supported software LightBurn, Other Proprietary, LightBurn
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes Fully compatible with standard software like LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Bluetooth connection. It does not require proprietary platforms. The system offers versatile software compatibility, supporting both the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) environment and the industry-standard LightBurn. XCS is a free, intuitive platform ideal for beginners, allowing full project management both online and in a completely offline mode, eliminating cloud dependency. For advanced users requiring sophisticated vector editing and control features, LightBurn represents the ideal choice, integrating via USB or Wi-Fi connection. This dual software option ensures that the machine can evolve alongside the user's skills, covering both straightforward workflows and more complex graphic production and engraving design layouts.

The differences that matter

  • Price: S30 Pro Max 20W 899.99 € vs D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver 425 € — D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver wins (+112%)
  • Work area: S30 Pro Max 20W 370×360 mm vs D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver 430×400 mm — D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver wins (+29%)

Which one to choose

Choose D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver if…

you value price and work area.

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