AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed vs LaserPecker LP4
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 435 mm | 160 × 120 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 240,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $599 | $1,099 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 19.4 kg | 4.23 kg |
Pros & Cons
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
LaserPecker LP4
What we like
- Portable at 4 kg — battery-powered operation possible
- Dual laser (diode + IR): engrave metals AND organic materials
- Galvo speed 4,000 mm/s — extremely fast for logos and batch production
- Built-in touchscreen for offline engraving without phone
- Works on 300+ materials, 8K resolution
Watch out for
- Tiny 160×120mm working area limits project size
- No WiFi — Bluetooth only (Dongle needed for PC)
- PowerPack battery for portable use sold separately
- No enclosure for eye safety — requires goggles and conical cover
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
LaserPecker LP4
WoodLeatherAcrylicPaperGlassAnodized Aluminumstainless steelplasticFabricfoodStonesilicone
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed costs $599 (45% less) than the LaserPecker LP4, which is priced at $1,099.
Both machines share the same 10W optical power rating.
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed offers a 89% larger work area (400 × 435 mm vs 160 × 120 mm).
The LaserPecker LP4 has a 95% higher maximum speed (240,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP4 does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes WiFi connectivity, while LaserPecker LP4 does not; LaserPecker LP4 includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not.