Sculpfun S9 Pro Laser Engraver vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

S9 Pro Laser Engraver leads on the available specs (starting with price); S1 10W Laser Cutter makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.

Parameter
xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter S1 10W Laser Cutter xTool F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2022 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 499 € ~1000–1300 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm
Weight (kg) 3 kg 20 kg
Work area (mm) 400 × 410 mm 498 × 330 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 42 mm
Power (W) 10 W
Voltage (V) 240 V
Maximum speed 600 mm/s
Declared precision 0.01 mm 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 400 mm 330 mm
Rated power (W) 10 W 10 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 15mm wood, 10mm acrylic 6 mm basswood
Wavelength (nm) 450 nm 455 nm
Min resolution (µm) 10 µm
Autofocus False True
Rotary included/compatible False False
Passthrough True
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 dual software compatibility that expands operational possibilities for both beginners and advanced users. The proprietary application, xTool Creative Space, is available for free across multiple platforms and natively manages the machine's advanced features, such as three-dimensional surface mapping and sensor-based positioning, making the workflow smooth and immediate. For more complex workflows, the machine fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser engraving and cutting. This flexibility allows users to choose between a guided, simplified interface and a professional design environment, although certain manufacturer-specific calibrations may require the proprietary software for optimal configuration.

The differences that matter

  • Price: S9 Pro Laser Engraver 499 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — S9 Pro Laser Engraver wins (+130%)

Which one to choose

Choose S9 Pro Laser Engraver if…

you value price.

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