AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") vs Creality Falcon A1 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 880 mm | 305 × 381 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $369 | $549 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 4 kg | 15.55 kg |
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6")
What we like
- Longest bed in the DIY KIT MK2 family
- Same fixed 10W module as the standard MK2
- Rotary compatible
Watch out for
- No smart features
- Bigger footprint required
- No enclosure standard
Creality Falcon A1 10W
What we like
- Fully enclosed Class 1 design with air assist and a positioning camera included standard
- Fast CoreXY motion at 600mm/s (36,000mm/min)
- Cuts 6mm wood or 10mm acrylic in a single pass
- Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and Falcon Design Space
Watch out for
- Manual focus only — autofocus is reserved for the A1 Pro
- No WiFi — USB/TF card operation only
- 305×381mm work area is modest for an enclosed machine at this price
- Single diode laser only — no IR/metal-marking module option
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6")
Creality Falcon A1 10W
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") costs $369 (33% less) than the Creality Falcon A1 10W, which is priced at $549.
Both machines share the same 10W optical power rating.
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") offers a 67% larger work area (400 × 880 mm vs 305 × 381 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1 10W has a 67% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1 10W includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") does not; Creality Falcon A1 10W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") does not; Creality Falcon A1 10W includes a camera, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon A1 10W does not; Creality Falcon A1 10W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W Extended (15.7"×34.6") does not.