AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W vs Ortur Laser Master H10 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 386 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Max Speed | 20,000 mm/min | 20,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $899 | $650 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 4.7 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
Ortur Laser Master H10 20W
What we like
- Pre-assembled — no setup required, start engraving immediately
- Flat X-axis design for exceptional stability at high speed
- 20W with free air pump included
- 0.01mm precision with 256 grayscale variations
- 380+ colour stainless steel engraving capability
- 6 safety monitoring systems
Watch out for
- Open frame — no enclosure
- Smaller 300×300mm work area vs LM3 (400×400mm)
- No WiFi connectivity
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Ortur Laser Master H10 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The Ortur Laser Master H10 20W costs $650 (28% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W, which is priced at $899.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W has 50% more optical power (40W vs 20W).
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W offers a 42% larger work area (400 × 386 mm vs 300 × 300 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 20,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W includes WiFi connectivity, while Ortur Laser Master H10 20W does not.