AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed vs Creality Falcon2 22W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 22 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 435 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 25,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $599 | $549 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 19.4 kg | 7.18 kg |
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
What we like
- Enclosed for safer, quieter indoor operation
- Same fixed 10W module as the open-frame MK2
- Rotary compatible
Watch out for
- Much heavier than the open-frame MK2 (enclosure adds significant weight)
- No smart features — still a manual-focus GRBL machine
- Priciest DIY KIT MK2 configuration
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 MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
Creality Falcon2 22W
The Creality Falcon2 22W costs $549 (8% less) than the AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed, which is priced at $599.
The Creality Falcon2 22W has 55% more optical power (22W vs 10W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed offers a 5% larger work area (400 × 435 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, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while Creality Falcon2 22W does not; Creality Falcon2 22W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 22W does not; Creality Falcon2 22W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not.