Sculpfun S9 Pro vs xTool D1 Pro 5W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
Two diode lasers with an almost identical work area, about 400×400 mm, and close prices. What matters is the declared rated power, 10 W on the S9 Pro against 5 W on the D1 Pro 5W, together with the software.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 499 € | ~350–500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 60 × 59 × 15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | 5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 410 mm | 430 × 400 mm |
| Power (W) | 10 W | 60 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 400 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10 W | 5 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 15mm wood, 10mm acrylic | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 µm | 10 µm |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Rotary included/compatible | No | No |
| Passthrough | — | Yes |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with major engraving software like LightBurn and LaserGRBL. It connects via USB and supports files in NC, BMP, JPG, PNG, and DXF formats. | The system offers versatile software compatibility, supporting both the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) environment and the industry-standard LightBurn. XCS is a free, intuitive platform ideal for beginners, allowing full project management both online and in a completely offline mode, eliminating cloud dependency. For advanced users requiring sophisticated vector editing and control features, LightBurn represents the ideal choice, integrating via USB or Wi-Fi connection. This dual software option ensures that the machine can evolve alongside the user's skills, covering both straightforward workflows and more complex graphic production and engraving design layouts. |
The differences that matter
- 10 W vs 5 W declared rated power → the S9 Pro has more power in hand on the same work area.
- LightBurn and LaserGRBL vs xTool Creative Space and LightBurn → the D1 Pro 5W has its own software to start with, the S9 Pro relies on third-party programs.
- Around €499 vs around €425 → the D1 Pro 5W costs about €75 less, with half the rated power.
Which one to choose
Choose S9 Pro if…
For anyone who wants more rated power: 10 W declared against 5 W. It costs about €75 more (€499 against around €425) and is used with LightBurn or LaserGRBL over USB, with NC, BMP, JPG, PNG and DXF files.
Choose D1 Pro 5W if…
For anyone who wants to start with the free xTool Creative Space software, which also works offline, and move to LightBurn over USB or Wi-Fi when needed. It costs about €75 less; the declared rated power is 5 W.
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