WeCreat Vista 10W vs xTool S1 20W

Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)

In brief

Vista 10W and S1 20W Laser Cutter sit in the same category (diode laser (405–460 nm)). Vista 10W is ahead on: price. S1 20W Laser Cutter is ahead on: work area.

Parameter
WeCreat Vista 10W Vista 10W WeCreat F2 · Intermediate
xTool S1 20W S1 20W xTool F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year — 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € ~1300–1600 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 64.3 × 47.1 × 16.6 cm 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm
Weight (kg) 14.5 kg 20 kg
Work area (mm) 414 × 289 mm 498 × 330 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 40 mm 42 mm
Maximum speed 600 mm/s 600 mm/s
Declared precision — 0.01 mm
Category specs
Work area (short side) (mm) 414×289 mm 330 mm
Rated power (W) 10 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 Compensato 6 mm 10 mm wood
Wavelength (nm) — 455 nm
Autofocus — Yes
Rotary included/compatible Yes No
Passthrough Yes Yes
Supported software Proprietary, LightBurn Proprietary, LightBurn
Laser class Class 1 —
Frame Closed —
Fume extraction Optional filter —
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes It uses the proprietary WeCreat application, which includes a library of images, projects and fonts, and is declared compatible with LightBurn. LightBurn support matters above all to those coming from another machine: it allows job settings already built to be reused instead of rebuilding them inside the manufacturer's ecosystem. 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: Vista 10W 725 € vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 1450 €
  • Work area: Vista 10W 414×289 mm vs S1 20W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm

Which one to choose

Choose Vista 10W if…

you value price.

See the Vista 10W sheet →

Choose S1 20W if…

you value work area.

See the S1 20W sheet →

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