AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") vs Creality Falcon2 22W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 22 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 850 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 25,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $289 | $549 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 7.18 kg |
AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5")
What we like
- Longer bed than the standard DIY KIT for bigger projects
- Budget-friendly for the extra work area gained
- Same simple GRBL operation as the standard kit
Watch out for
- Camera, air pump are sold separately
- Larger footprint needed on the desk/bench
Creality Falcon2 22W
What we like
- Large 400×415mm work area
- Fast 25,000 mm/min rated speed
- Integrated, LightBurn-adjustable air assist
- Solid all-aluminum-alloy open frame
- Offline TF-card operation without a computer
Watch out for
- Open frame — no built-in enclosure (hood sold separately)
- No WiFi or camera
- Manual focus only
- Optional safety hood reportedly makes accessing the TF card slot awkward
AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5")
Creality Falcon2 22W
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") costs $289 (47% less) than the Creality Falcon2 22W, which is priced at $549.
The Creality Falcon2 22W has 77% more optical power (22W vs 5W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") offers a 51% larger work area (400 × 850 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 22W has a 52% higher maximum speed (25,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 22W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 22W does not; Creality Falcon2 22W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") does not.