AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W vs AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 386 mm | 400 × 435 mm |
| Max Speed | 20,000 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 | $899 | $599 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 19.4 kg |
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W
What we like
- Cuts thicker material than the 20W Alpha MK2 in fewer passes
- Same touchscreen platform as the rest of the Alpha MK2 line
- Rotary and enclosure accessories available
- Automatic air assist included
Watch out for
- Open frame by default — enclosure sold separately
- Higher price than the 20W variant
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 40W
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed costs $599 (33% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W, which is priced at $899.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W has 75% more optical power (40W vs 10W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed offers a 11% larger work area (400 × 435 mm vs 400 × 386 mm).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W has a 40% higher maximum speed (20,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not.