Sculpfun S70 Max vs xTool S1 40W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S70 Max leads on the available specs (starting with work area); S1 40W Laser Cutter makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
S70 Max
Sculpfun
F3 · Advanced
|
S1 40W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1499 € | ~2000–2500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 98 × 100 × – cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 830 × 800 mm | 498 × 319 mm |
| Maximum speed | 36000 mm/min | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 800 mm | 319 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 70 W | 40 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 20 mm compensato, 30 mm legno di paulownia, 10 mm acrilico scuro | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Proprietary, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB or Wi-Fi. It supports offline control through the included TS1 touchscreen controller and the dedicated Sculpfun mobile app. | 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
- Work area: S70 Max 830×800 mm vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 498×319 mm — S70 Max wins (+318%)
- Price: S70 Max 1499 € vs S1 40W Laser Cutter 2250 € — S70 Max wins (+50%)
Which one to choose
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