AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W 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 | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $289 | $499 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 4 kg | 7.5 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 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
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W costs $289 (42% less) than the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W, which is priced at $499.
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has 50% more optical power (20W vs 10W).
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W 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, Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 10W 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 does not.