AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W vs Creality Falcon A1 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 386 mm | 305 × 381 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 | $899 | $549 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 15.55 kg |
Pros & Cons
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
Creality Falcon A1 10W
What we like
- Fully enclosed Class 1 design with air assist and a positioning camera included standard
- Fast CoreXY motion at 600mm/s (36,000mm/min)
- Cuts 6mm wood or 10mm acrylic in a single pass
- Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and Falcon Design Space
Watch out for
- Manual focus only — autofocus is reserved for the A1 Pro
- No WiFi — USB/TF card operation only
- 305×381mm work area is modest for an enclosed machine at this price
- Single diode laser only — no IR/metal-marking module option
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Creality Falcon A1 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
The Creality Falcon A1 10W costs $549 (39% 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 Alpha MK2 40W offers a 25% larger work area (400 × 386 mm vs 305 × 381 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1 10W has a 44% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 20,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1 10W includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W does not; Creality Falcon A1 10W includes a camera, while AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W does not; AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon A1 10W does not.