AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 435 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 18,000 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 | $499 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 19.4 kg | 7.5 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
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 MK2 10W Smart Enclosed
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W costs $499 (17% less) than the AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed, which is priced at $599.
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has 50% more optical power (20W vs 10W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed offers a 23% larger work area (400 × 435 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, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Smart Enclosed does not.