AlgoLaser DIY KIT MINI 10W vs Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 300 × 315 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 20,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $229 | $199 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 3.2 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MINI 10W
What we like
- Simple GRBL-based operation, compatible with standard laser software
- Compact and lightweight
- Good low-risk starting point for absolute beginners
- Can be upgraded with air pump, smart camera...
- More possibilities than the 5W version
Watch out for
- Small work area
- No air assist or enclosure standard
Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
What we like
- Meaningful power step up from the 5W at a similarly low $199 price
- Cuts 6mm basswood or 5mm black acrylic in a single pass
- Same large 400×415mm work area
- Light and portable at 3.2kg
Watch out for
- Class 4 (FDA) open-beam laser — safety glasses required and sold separately
- No air assist, camera, or WiFi included
- Manual focus only
- Oldest design generation in the current lineup
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MINI 10W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W costs $199 (13% less) than the AlgoLaser DIY KIT MINI 10W, which is priced at $229.
Both machines share the same 10W optical power rating.
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W offers a 43% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 300 × 315 mm).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W has a 40% higher maximum speed (20,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MINI 10W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W does not; Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MINI 10W does not.