AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed vs Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 22 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 440 × 415 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $929 | $899 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 6.5 kg | 18.04 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 Pro 22W
What we like
- Enclosed Class 1 safety with camera-assisted auto-positioning
- Large 400×415mm work area despite being enclosed
- Standard air assist included
- Fine 0.08mm laser spot for detailed engraving
Watch out for
- No autofocus despite "Pro" branding — manual leveling required
- No WiFi
- Entry tier of a line that scales up to 60W
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneceramic
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W costs $899 (3% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed, which is priced at $929.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed offers a 9% larger work area (440 × 415 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has a 17% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 30,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W includes a camera, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W does not.