AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W vs Creality Falcon2 Pro 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 | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $529 | $899 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Weight | 6 kg | 18.04 kg |
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 Pro 22W
What we like
- Enclosed Class 1 safety with camera-assisted auto-positioning
- Large 400×415mm work area despite being enclosed
- Standard air assist included
- Fine 0.08mm laser spot for detailed engraving
Watch out for
- No autofocus despite "Pro" branding — manual leveling required
- No WiFi
- Entry tier of a line that scales up to 60W
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W
Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W
The AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W costs $529 (41% less) than the Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W, which is priced at $899.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W offers a 4% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 400 × 400 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has a 58% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W includes an enclosure, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W includes air assist, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W includes a camera, while AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W does not; AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W does not.