AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W vs Creality Falcon2 22W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 22 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 400 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 25,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $529 | $549 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Weight | 6 kg | 7.18 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W
What we like
- Widest power range of the DIY KIT family (8W/15W/20W)
- Newest generation — likely incorporates build-quality refinements over MK2
- Rotary compatible
- Competitively priced for the power on offer
Watch out for
- Newly released — limited independent long-term reviews available
- Exact speed, connectivity, and camera specs not confirmed from AlgoLaser's text content — verify before publishing
- Open frame, no enclosure standard
Creality Falcon2 22W
What we like
- Large 400×415mm work area
- Fast 25,000 mm/min rated speed
- Integrated, LightBurn-adjustable air assist
- Solid all-aluminum-alloy open frame
- Offline TF-card operation without a computer
Watch out for
- Open frame — no built-in enclosure (hood sold separately)
- No WiFi or camera
- Manual focus only
- Optional safety hood reportedly makes accessing the TF card slot awkward
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Creality Falcon2 22W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W costs $529 (4% less) than the Creality Falcon2 22W, which is priced at $549.
The Creality Falcon2 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The Creality Falcon2 22W offers a 4% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 400 × 400 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 22W has a 40% higher maximum speed (25,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 22W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 22W does not.