Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W vs xTool S1 40W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S30 Ultra 22W leads on the available specs (starting with price); S1 40W Laser Cutter makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
S30 Ultra 22W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
|
S1 40W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 999.99 € | ~2000–2500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 80 × 84 × 22 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 590 × 595 mm | 498 × 319 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.005 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 590 mm | 319 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 22 W | 40 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 15 mm (balsa wood), 10 mm (plywood) | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 5 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Fully compatible with third-party software such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. No proprietary apps required; connection is handled via USB or integrated Bluetooth. | Device control is primarily managed through the proprietary xTool Creative Space software, an intuitive and constantly updated application ideal for managing graphic workflows and calibrating cutting and engraving parameters. For users requiring professional features or established workflows, the machine guarantees compatibility with LightBurn, the industry standard. The software integration allows for surface mapping and automatic positioning without the need for traditional cameras, simplifying file preparation in both Windows and macOS environments via USB or Wi-Fi connections. |
The differences that matter
- Price: S30 Ultra 22W 999.99 € vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 2250 € — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+125%)
- Work area: S30 Ultra 22W 590×595 mm vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 498×319 mm — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+121%)
Which one to choose
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