S9 Laser Engraver vs S1 20W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S9 Laser Engraver and S1 20W Laser Cutter are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.6×). S9 Laser Engraver costs less (~€259) and is the entry-level choice; S1 20W Laser Cutter offers more capability at a higher price (~€1450). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
S9 Laser Engraver
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 20W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 259 € | ~1300–1600 € |
| 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 | 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 | Wood: 15mm, Acrylic: 10mm | 10 mm wood |
| 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 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
- Price: S9 Laser Engraver 259 € vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 1450 € — S9 Laser Engraver wins (+460%)
Which one to choose
Choose S1 20W Laser Cutter if…
it shows no measurable advantage over S9 Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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