AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") vs Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 12 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 850 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $289 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 5.95 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
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
What we like
- Class 1 safety certification — fully enclosed, door-interlock protected
- 12W diode cuts 10mm paulownia in one pass
- Built-in multi-layer smoke filtration system
- Compact and portable at 5.95 kg — smallest 12W enclosed laser
- Auto-focus for hands-off setup
- Optional dual-laser version adds 1.2W IR for marking metals
Watch out for
- Small 150×150mm work area
- Bluetooth/USB only — no WiFi
- Air assist sold as separate accessory
- Camera available as separate accessory only
AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5")
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") costs $289 (12% less) than the Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W, which is priced at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 58% more optical power (12W vs 5W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") offers a 93% larger work area (400 × 850 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") has a 17% higher maximum speed (12,000 mm/min vs 10,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, 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 Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not; Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") does not.