AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") vs Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 850 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 20,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,118 | $1,599 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 18.56 kg |
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
What we like
- Extended bed nearly doubles usable length over the standard 40W Alpha MK2
- 40W handles thicker cuts than the 20W extended model
- Same touchscreen smart features
- Automatic air assist included
Watch out for
- Largest footprint in the open-frame Alpha MK2 lineup
- Most expensive open-frame Alpha MK2 configuration
- No enclosure on this configuration
Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W
What we like
- Includes a bonus 1.6W fine-detail laser module (not bundled with the 22W)
- 600mm/s CoreXY speed with enclosed camera positioning
- Deep cutting power at 40W inside a Class 1 enclosure
- Air assist and multi-point safety monitoring standard
Watch out for
- No autofocus — manual leveling despite Pro branding
- No WiFi
- Pricier than the 22W tier for buyers who don't need the extra power
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") costs $1,118 (30% less) than the Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W, which is priced at $1,599.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") offers a 51% larger work area (400 × 850 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W has a 44% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 20,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W includes a camera, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W does not.