F1 Portable Laser Engraver vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
M1 Ultra Craft Machine leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while F1 Portable Laser Engraver shows no advantage of its own. Choose M1 Ultra Craft Machine, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
F1 Portable Laser Engraver
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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M1 Ultra Craft Machine
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1499 € | 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 |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 113 mm | — |
| Power (W) | 120 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 mm | 300 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 10 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | 4000 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 8 mm basswood, 6 mm acrylic | — |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 30 µm | — |
| Autofocus | True | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | True | False |
| Supported software | Proprietary, LightBurn | Proprietary |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | 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
- Work area: F1 Portable Laser Engraver 115×115 mm vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 385×300 mm — M1 Ultra Craft Machine wins (+773%)
- Price: F1 Portable Laser Engraver 1499 € vs M1 Ultra Craft Machine 1299 € — M1 Ultra Craft Machine wins (+15%)
Which one to choose
Choose F1 Portable Laser Engraver if…
it shows no measurable advantage over M1 Ultra Craft Machine on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
Choose M1 Ultra Craft Machine if…
you value work area and price.
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