AlgoLaser Pixi 3W vs Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 3 W | 5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 15,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $179 | $256 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Weight | 3.75 kg | 9.8 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Pixi 3W
What we like
- Fully enclosed — safe for indoor/tabletop use
- Camera-assisted autofocus — no manual focusing
- Compact and portable
- CNET-recognized for ease of use
Watch out for
- Small work area limits project size
- Low power (3W base) restricts materials to soft/thin items
- Not intended for cutting — engraving only at this power tier
Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W
What we like
- Built-in HD camera for automatic positioning and material recognition
- AI Contour Extraction and AI Background Removal speed up design prep
- AI Smart Fill & Layout for batch engraving on identical materials
- True auto focus — no manual height adjustment needed
- Compact desktop form factor with full safety enclosure
Watch out for
- Pricier than the camera-less Basic 5W model
- Small 150×150 mm work area limits project size
- IR module requires separate 24V 5A adapter (not included with base machine)
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 3W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
The AlgoLaser Pixi 3W costs $179 (30% less) than the Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W, which is priced at $256.
The Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W has 40% more optical power (5W vs 3W).
The Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W offers a 56% larger work area (150 × 150 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W has a 60% higher maximum speed (15,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W includes a camera, while AlgoLaser Pixi 3W does not.