AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W vs Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 12 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 435 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $289 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 4 kg | 5.95 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W
What we like
- Fixed 10W module — more power than the base DIY KIT
- Rotary roller compatible for cylindrical items
- Multiple accessory bundle tiers available at checkout
- Budget-friendly for a 10W diode machine
Watch out for
- Open frame, no enclosure standard (sold separately as its own SKU)
- Manual focus
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
What we like
- Class 1 safety certification — fully enclosed, door-interlock protected
- 12W diode cuts 10mm paulownia in one pass
- Built-in multi-layer smoke filtration system
- Compact and portable at 5.95 kg — smallest 12W enclosed laser
- Auto-focus for hands-off setup
- Optional dual-laser version adds 1.2W IR for marking metals
Watch out for
- Small 150×150mm work area
- Bluetooth/USB only — no WiFi
- Air assist sold as separate accessory
- Camera available as separate accessory only
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W costs $289 (12% less) than the Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W, which is priced at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 17% more optical power (12W vs 10W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W offers a 87% larger work area (400 × 435 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W has a 17% higher maximum speed (12,000 mm/min vs 10,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not; Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W does not.