AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W vs AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 410 mm | 440 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $629 | $929 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 6.5 kg | 6.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W
What we like
- Touchscreen + app control, no PC required for basic jobs
- Automatic air assist included standard
- Rotary and enclosure accessories available
- LightBurn compatible
Watch out for
- Open frame by default — enclosure sold as a separate SKU
- 20W limits cutting depth vs the 40W variant
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
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W
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AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed
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The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W costs $629 (32% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed, which is priced at $929.
Both machines share the same 20W optical power rating.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed offers a 10% larger work area (440 × 415 mm vs 400 × 410 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 30,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 20W does not.