D1 Pro 20W vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
D1 Pro 20W leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while F1 Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose D1 Pro 20W, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
D1 Pro 20W
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~800–1000 € | 1499 € |
| 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 |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 113 mm |
| Power (W) | 120 W | 120 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 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 20 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 4000 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 10mm wood, 8mm acrylic | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 80 µm | 30 µm |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | True |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| 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. | Machine control is primarily handled by the proprietary xTool Creative Space ecosystem, an intuitive application that enables native management of both laser sources and supports autofocus and camera-assisted positioning functions. For advanced users requiring more granular control over processing parameters and complex workflows, the unit offers compatibility with LightBurn. Integration with the latter requires a specific initial configuration for galvanometer systems, but it unlocks professional vector programming features, optimizing execution times across both Windows and macOS operating systems. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: D1 Pro 20W 430×390 mm vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm — D1 Pro 20W wins (+1168%)
- Price: D1 Pro 20W 900 € vs F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € — D1 Pro 20W wins (+67%)
Which one to choose
Choose F1 Portable Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over D1 Pro 20W on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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