AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") vs AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 851 mm | 400 × 435 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 12,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $729 | $599 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 6.5 kg | 19.4 kg |
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
What we like
- Nearly double the Y-axis travel of the standard Alpha MK2 20W
- Same touchscreen control as the base model
- Good for signage and long, narrow workpieces
- Automatic air assist included
Watch out for
- Larger footprint needs more desk space
- Open frame — no enclosure on this configuration
- Priced above the standard-bed Alpha MK2 20W
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
What we like
- Enclosed for safer, quieter indoor operation
- Same fixed 10W module as the open-frame MK2
- Rotary compatible
Watch out for
- Much heavier than the open-frame MK2 (enclosure adds significant weight)
- No smart features — still a manual-focus GRBL machine
- Priciest DIY KIT MK2 configuration
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed costs $599 (18% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5"), which is priced at $729.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") has 50% more optical power (20W vs 10W).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") offers a 49% larger work area (400 × 851 mm vs 400 × 435 mm).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") has a 60% higher maximum speed (30,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Extended (15.7"×33.5") includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not.