F1 vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
F1 and M1 Ultra Craft Machine are two diode laser (405–460 nm) in a similar class. Choose F1 if price matters more; choose M1 Ultra Craft Machine if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
F1
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 Ultra Craft Machine
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~550–650 € | 1299 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 17.9 × 23.5 × 33.4 cm | 62 × 49.8 × 17.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.6 kg | 12 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 115 × 115 mm | 385 × 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 84 W | 180 W |
| Voltage (V) | 24 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 4000 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.00199 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 115.0 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10.0 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 4000.0 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 8mm basswood, 6mm black acrylic | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | — | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 1.99 µm | — |
| Autofocus | — | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | — | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | Control is managed exclusively via xTool Creative Space (XCS), the proprietary software compatible with major desktop and mobile operating systems. XCS handles the multi-tool ecosystem, allowing seamless switching from laser cutting setup to blade cutting or inkjet printing within the same project. The software supports standard vector and raster file formats and includes automatic path optimization tools. Due to the complex multi-tool architecture, the system does not offer native compatibility with industry-standard software like LightBurn, binding the user to the manufacturer's official interface, which receives regular updates. |
The differences that matter
- Price: F1 600 € vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 1299 € — F1 wins (+116%)
- Work area: F1 115×115 mm vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 385×300 mm — M1 Ultra Craft Machine wins (+773%)
Which one to choose
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