Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W vs xTool M1 Ultra Craft Machine

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

S30 Pro Max 20W leads on the available specs (starting with price); M1 Ultra Craft Machine 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 2024
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 899.99 € 1299 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 55.5 × 59.5 × 21 cm 62 × 49.8 × 17.8 cm
Weight (kg) 12 kg
Work area (mm) 370 × 360 mm 385 × 300 mm
Power (W) 120 W 180 W
Voltage (V) 240 V
Maximum speed 6000 mm/min 400 mm/s
Declared precision 0.005 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 360 mm 300 mm
Rated power (W) 20 W 10 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
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. Control is managed exclusively via xTool Creative Space (XCS), the proprietary software compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems. XCS handles the multi-tool ecosystem, allowing seamless switching from laser cutting setup to blade cutting or inkjet printing within the same project. The software supports standard vector and raster file formats and includes automatic path optimization tools. Due to the complex multi-tool architecture, the system does not offer native compatibility with industry-standard software like LightBurn, binding the user to the manufacturer's official interface, which receives regular updates.

The differences that matter

  • Price: S30 Pro Max 20W 899.99 € vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 1299 € — S30 Pro Max 20W wins (+44%)
  • Work area: S30 Pro Max 20W 370×360 mm vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 385×300 mm — S30 Pro Max 20W wins (+15%)

Which one to choose

Choose S30 Pro Max 20W if…

you value price and work area.

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