Sculpfun SF-A9 40W vs xTool D1 Pro 20W
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
D1 Pro 20W leads on the available specs (starting with price); SF-A9 40W makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
SF-A9 40W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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D1 Pro 20W
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1699 € | ~800–1000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 60.6 × 66.5 × 11 cm | 60 × 59 × 15 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.2 kg | 5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 430 × 390 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | 120 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 36000 mm/min | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 390 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 40 W | 20 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 20 mm compensato, 6 mm acrilico | 10mm wood, 8mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 100 µm | 80 µm |
| Autofocus | False | False |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Fully compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL via USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. It also supports the proprietary Sculpfun application. | Machine control is flexible thanks to multi-platform support. The manufacturer provides the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) software, which is free and intuitive, suitable for beginners and available for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, operating completely offline via USB connection or TF card. For advanced users requiring professional nesting, layer management, and path optimization features, the engraver guarantees full compatibility with LightBurn. The optimized firmware architecture allows for a smooth transition between both applications, supporting the import of standard vector and raster formats such as SVG, DXF, BMP, and JPG, without any dependence on external cloud services for daily operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: SF-A9 40W 1699 € vs D1 Pro 20W 900 € — D1 Pro 20W wins (+89%)
- Work area: SF-A9 40W 400×400 mm vs D1 Pro 20W 430×390 mm — D1 Pro 20W wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
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