D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver vs F1
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while F1 shows no advantage of its own. Choose D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver
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 (€) | ~350–500 € | ~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 × 400 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Power (W) | 60 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) | 400 mm | 115.0 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 5 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 | — | 8mm basswood, 6mm black acrylic |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | — |
| Min resolution (µm) | 10 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 | The system offers versatile software compatibility, supporting both the proprietary xTool Creative Space (XCS) environment and the industry-standard LightBurn. XCS is a free, intuitive platform ideal for beginners, allowing full project management both online and in a completely offline mode, eliminating cloud dependency. For advanced users requiring sophisticated vector editing and control features, LightBurn represents the ideal choice, integrating via USB or Wi-Fi connection. This dual software option ensures that the machine can evolve alongside the user's skills, covering both straightforward workflows and more complex graphic production and engraving design layouts. | 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 5W Laser Engraver 430×400 mm vs F1 115×115 mm — D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver wins (+1201%)
- Price: D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver 425 € vs F1 600 € — D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver wins (+41%)
Which one to choose
Choose D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver if…
you value work area and price.
Choose F1 if…
it shows no measurable advantage over D1 Pro 5W Laser Engraver on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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