AlgoLaser Pixi 3W vs Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 3 W | 5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $179 | $119 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 3.75 kg | 3.2 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 CR-Laser Falcon 5W
What we like
- Very low $119 entry price
- Large 400×415mm work area for the price
- Compact and light at 3.2kg
- 200+ material compatibility claimed
Watch out for
- Class 4 (FDA) open-beam laser — genuine eye-safety risk; safety glasses required and sold separately
- No air assist included
- No camera, WiFi, or autofocus
- Oldest design generation in the current Creality lineup (2022)
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 3W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W costs $119 (34% less) than the AlgoLaser Pixi 3W, which is priced at $179.
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W has 40% more optical power (5W vs 3W).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W offers a 94% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W has a 40% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Pixi 3W includes an enclosure, while Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 3W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality CR-Laser Falcon 5W does not.