Sculpfun SF-A9 40W vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S1 10W Laser Cutter 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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S1 10W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1699 € | ~1000–1300 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 60.6 × 66.5 × 11 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6.2 kg | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 36000 mm/min | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 40 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 20 mm compensato, 6 mm acrilico | 6 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 100 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| 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. | 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: SF-A9 40W 1699 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — S1 10W Laser Cutter wins (+48%)
Which one to choose
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