AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W vs Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 33 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 386 mm | 590 × 595 mm |
| Max Speed | 20,000 mm/min | 24,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Fixed |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $899 | $770 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 9.9 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
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
What we like
- 33W — cuts 20mm pine and 15mm black acrylic in one pass
- Huge 590×595mm base work area, expandable to 935×905mm
- Built-in auto air assist included
- 0.005mm high-precision linear slide rail X-axis
- Modular laser head — upgrade path within the S30 Ultra series
- Emergency stop switch and child safety lock
Watch out for
- Very large footprint (~800×840mm frame)
- No WiFi — Bluetooth and USB only
- No enclosure — open frame requires safe working environment
- Fixed focus (no motorised Z)
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W costs $770 (14% less) than the AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W, which is priced at $899.
The AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W has 18% more optical power (40W vs 33W).
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W offers a 56% larger work area (590 × 595 mm vs 400 × 386 mm).
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W has a 17% higher maximum speed (24,000 mm/min vs 20,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Alpha MK2 40W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not.