AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") vs Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 22 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 850 mm | 355 × 390 mm |
| Max Speed | 20,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,118 | $1,099 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 18.8 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 S 22W
What we like
- Genuine one-click Z-axis autofocus — real time savings over manual leveling
- Enclosed Class 1 design with camera and air assist standard
- Cuts 15mm basswood or 10mm black acrylic in a single pass
Watch out for
- Smaller 355×390mm work area than the cheaper base Pro 22W (400×415mm)
- Not compatible with the 1.6W fine-detail bonus module
- At least one reviewer notes the autofocus isn't fully hands-off in practice
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5")
Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W costs $1,099 (2% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5"), which is priced at $1,118.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") has 45% more optical power (40W vs 22W).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") offers a 59% larger work area (400 × 850 mm vs 355 × 390 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W has a 44% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 20,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W Extended (15.7"×33.5") does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W 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 S 22W does not.