xTool F1 Ultra vs xTool F2
Technical comparison · Fiber laser (1064 nm)
Choose xTool F1 Ultra if you are looking for a 20.0W fiber source for processing speeds up to 10000 mm/s and light metal cutting capabilities. Choose xTool F2 if you prefer a 15.0W diode solution with integrated autofocus, for a lower budget.
| Parameter |
xTool F1 Ultra
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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xTool F2
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~3000–3600 € | ~1500–2000 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | — |
| Maximum speed | 10000 mm/s | 6000 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Nominal laser power (W) | 20.0 W | 15.0 W |
| Laser source technology | fiber | diode |
| Maximum travel speed (mm/s) | — | 6000.0 mm/s |
| Maximum working speed (mm/s) | 10000.0 mm/s | 6000.0 mm/s |
| Cut depth per material | 0.4mm brass, 0.3mm stainless steel, 0.2mm aluminum, 15mm wood, 12mm acrylic | — |
| Laser wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | — |
| Autofocus system module | — | True |
| Rotary module included | False | False |
| Control software interface | proprietary | proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The xTool F1 Ultra is compatible exclusively with xTool Studio (proprietary protocol); LightBurn does not support fiber source features on this machine. xTool Studio includes camera-assisted positioning and the 'Auto Streamline' feature for batch production. The closed ecosystem precludes integration with custom G-code workflows or third-party automation, a significant limitation for makers with advanced production pipelines that require direct control over the firmware. | The F2 is only compatible with xTool Creative Space (a proprietary protocol); LightBurn is not officially supported. The integrated camera positioning feature is only available within xTool Creative Space. The simplified interface reduces setup time in on-site scenarios, but precludes integration into existing LightBurn-based workflows and limits access to advanced job queuing and exportable custom material libraries. For a user with multiple machines already running LightBurn, the closed protocol represents a material operational discontinuity. |
The differences that matter
- Source and Power: F1 Ultra uses a fiber laser (20.0 W), while F2 relies on a diode module (15.0 W).
- Processing Speed: The F1 Ultra model reaches 10000 mm/s, exceeding the 6000 mm/s declared for the F2.
- Focusing System: Integrated autofocus is only present on the xTool F2 model, being absent on the Ultra counterpart.
- Software: Both are closed ecosystems incompatible with LightBurn; F1 Ultra operates on xTool Studio (with Auto Streamline for batches), while F2 uses xTool Creative Space.
- Price: The F1 Ultra model sits in a higher price range (~3000–3600 €) compared to the more accessible F2 (~1500–2000 €).
Which one to choose
Choose xTool F1 Ultra if…
Choose xTool F1 Ultra if you need specific cutting performance, being able to engrave or cut materials like brass (0.4 mm) and stainless steel (0.3 mm) thanks to the 20.0W fiber source, operating on a 220 × 220 mm area at speeds up to 10000 mm/s.
Choose xTool F2 if…
Choose xTool F2 if you primarily work with a lower budget (~1500-2000€) and prefer the convenience of the autofocus system for rapid on-site setups, accepting a 15.0W diode laser with a maximum speed of 6000 mm/s and operation restricted to xTool Creative Space.
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