AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 8W vs Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 8 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 400 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 20,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $299 | $199 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Weight | 6 kg | 3.2 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 8W
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 CR-Laser Falcon 10W
What we like
- Meaningful power step up from the 5W at a similarly low $199 price
- Cuts 6mm basswood or 5mm black acrylic in a single pass
- Same large 400×415mm work area
- Light and portable at 3.2kg
Watch out for
- Class 4 (FDA) open-beam laser — safety glasses required and sold separately
- No air assist, camera, or WiFi included
- Manual focus only
- Oldest design generation in the current lineup
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 8W
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Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
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The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W costs $199 (33% less) than the AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 8W, which is priced at $299.
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W has 20% more optical power (10W vs 8W).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W offers a 4% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 400 × 400 mm).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W has a 25% higher maximum speed (20,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK3 8W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W does not.