AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 850 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 18,000 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 | $499 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 7.5 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 S30 Pro Max 20W
What we like
- Cuts up to 15mm pine in one pass
- Air assist included standard
- Expandable frame design
- Good value for 20W output
Watch out for
- Open frame — no enclosure safety
- No WiFi connectivity
- Requires proper ventilation for cutting
- Heavier than smaller open-frame models
AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5")
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") costs $289 (42% less) than the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W, which is priced at $499.
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has 75% more optical power (20W vs 5W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") offers a 61% larger work area (400 × 850 mm vs 370 × 360 mm).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has a 33% higher maximum speed (18,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W 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 Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT Extended 5W (15.7"×33.5") does not.