S30 Pro Max 20W vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S30 Pro Max 20W and M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose S30 Pro Max 20W if work area matters more; choose M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter if price matters more.
| Parameter |
S30 Pro Max 20W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899.99 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm | 55.7 × 45.3 × 23 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 10 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 370 × 360 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 22 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 6000 mm/min | 250 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.005 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 360 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 100 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 100 mm/s | 250 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 12 mm (acrylic), 10 mm (wood) | 4 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 5 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | False |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary |
| 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. | Device control relies exclusively on the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software. This application manages both laser engraving and cutting operations, alongside path planning for the integrated blade cutter. The software incorporates visual alignment features assisted by the internal high-resolution camera, facilitating precise design placement on materials. There is no native support for universal third-party applications like LightBurn, restricting users to the manufacturer's ecosystem. The application is compatible with Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms, requiring an initial connection for updates but supporting offline operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: S30 Pro Max 20W 899.99 € vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 700 € — M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter wins (+29%)
- Work area: S30 Pro Max 20W 370×360 mm vs M1 5W Laser & Blade Cutter 385×300 mm — S30 Pro Max 20W wins (+15%)
Which one to choose
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