D1 Pro 20W vs F1
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
D1 Pro 20W and F1 are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose D1 Pro 20W if work area matters more; choose F1 if price matters more.
| Parameter |
D1 Pro 20W
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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F1
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~800–1000 € | ~550–650 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 60 × 59 × 15 cm | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 5 kg | 4.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 430 × 390 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | 84 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.01 mm | 0.00199 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 115.0 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20 W | 10.0 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | — |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 4000.0 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 10mm wood, 8mm acrylic | 8mm basswood, 6mm black acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | — |
| Min resolution (µm) | 80 µm | 1.99 µm |
| Autofocus | False | — |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | — |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 xTool F1 Lite is compatible with xTool Studio (proprietary, free, Windows and macOS). The galvo system uses a proprietary protocol: LaserGRBL is not compatible as it requires GRBL firmware on a gantry controller. LightBurn introduced experimental galvo support in version 1.4+, but compatibility with the F1 Lite's specific controller is not officially certified by xTool, making the experience unguaranteed. In practice the user is tied to xTool Studio, which handles core functions but does not offer the flexibility of community profiles, macros, and advanced layers available in LightBurn for GRBL gantry lasers. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: D1 Pro 20W 430×390 mm vs F1 115×115 mm — D1 Pro 20W wins (+1168%)
- Price: D1 Pro 20W 900 € vs F1 600 € — F1 wins (+50%)
Which one to choose
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