AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed vs Creality Falcon2 40W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 440 × 415 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 25,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $929 | $1,069 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 6.5 kg | 7.68 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
What we like
- Enclosure improves indoor air/fume containment and safety
- Same touchscreen smart features as the open-frame Alpha MK2
- Better suited to shared/indoor workspaces than the open-frame version
- Automatic air assist included
Watch out for
- Highest-priced 20W Alpha MK2 configuration
- Bulkier and heavier than the open-frame model
- Exact enclosure dimensions not published as text — verify before publishing
Creality Falcon2 40W
What we like
- Most powerful open-frame Falcon2 diode array (8×5.5W)
- Cuts 20mm cork or thin 0.15mm stainless steel in a single pass
- Integrated, adjustable air assist
- Fast 25,000 mm/min rated speed
Watch out for
- Open frame at 40W is a real exposure risk without an added hood and glasses
- No camera or WiFi, manual focus only
- Price range overlaps confusingly with the enclosed Falcon2 Pro 22W
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
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Creality Falcon2 40W
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The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed costs $929 (13% less) than the Creality Falcon2 40W, which is priced at $1,069.
The Creality Falcon2 40W has 50% more optical power (40W vs 20W).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed offers a 9% larger work area (440 × 415 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed has a 17% higher maximum speed (30,000 mm/min vs 25,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while Creality Falcon2 40W does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 40W does not.