AlgoLaser Pixi 3W vs LaserPecker LP1 Plus
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 405 nm |
| Optical Power | 3 W | 0.6 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 ร 100 mm | 100 ร 100 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $179 | $219 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Weight | 3.75 kg | 0.72 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Pixi 3W
What we like
- Fully enclosed โ safe for indoor/tabletop use
- Camera-assisted autofocus โ 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 โ engraving only at this power tier
LaserPecker LP1 Plus
What we like
- 30x faster than the LP1 Pro at 600mm/s
- Extremely light and pocketable at 210g (laser unit) / 720g with stand
- 2-minute setup โ no calibration required
- USB-C and power-bank powered for outdoor/mobile use
- Built-in clipart library and snap-and-engrave app workflow for total beginners
Watch out for
- Very low 0.6W power โ suited only to light engraving on soft materials, not cutting
- No enclosure included โ optional protective panels sold separately
- Bluetooth only โ no WiFi or USB data connection
- No rotary attachment support
- Fixed 200mm focal length โ no autofocus unless the optional stand is purchased
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 3W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
LaserPecker LP1 Plus
WoodLeatherPaperplasticAcrylicFabricfood
The AlgoLaser Pixi 3W costs $179 (18% less) than the LaserPecker LP1 Plus, which is priced at $219.
The AlgoLaser Pixi 3W has 80% more optical power (3W vs 0.6W).
Both machines share the same work area of 100 ร 100 mm.
The LaserPecker LP1 Plus has a 83% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Pixi 3W includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 3W includes WiFi connectivity, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 3W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not.