Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W vs xTool S1 20W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S30 Ultra 33W leads on the available specs (starting with work area); S1 20W Laser Cutter makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
S30 Ultra 33W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 20W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1299.99 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| 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 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Power (W) | 156 W | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.005 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 590 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 33 W | 20 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 | 20 mm (balsa wood), 15 mm (plywood), 15 mm (acrylic), 0.1 mm (steel) | 10 mm wood |
| 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 | Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Bluetooth connection. Does not require the use of proprietary software. | The machine is managed through dual software compatibility that expands the user's operational possibilities. The proprietary program, developed directly by the manufacturer, provides an accessible interface and simplified positioning functions via sensors, facilitating workflow management even for less experienced operators. For professional contexts or advanced customization needs, the unit fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser cutting. This integration allows the management of detailed parameters, complex vectorization, and customized material libraries. The machine operates primarily in local mode via USB connection or Wi-Fi network, reducing dependency on external cloud services and ensuring operational continuity even in the absence of a stable internet connection. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: S30 Ultra 33W 590×595 mm vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S30 Ultra 33W wins (+114%)
- Price: S30 Ultra 33W 1299.99 € vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 1450 € — S30 Ultra 33W wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
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