Sculpfun S9 Laser Engraver vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S9 Laser Engraver and S1 10W Laser Cutter are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.4×). S9 Laser Engraver costs less (~€259) and is the entry-level choice; S1 10W Laser Cutter offers more capability at a higher price (~€1150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
S9 Laser Engraver
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 10W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 259 € | ~1000–1300 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 57 × 60 × 27 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 410 × 415 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Power (W) | 30 W | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 410 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5.5 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 | Wood: 15mm, Acrylic: 10mm | 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 | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL (Windows only), operating via standard GRBL firmware without proprietary restrictions. | 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 Laser Engraver 259 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — S9 Laser Engraver wins (+344%)
Which one to choose
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