AlgoLaser Pixi 5W vs LaserPecker LP1 Plus
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 405 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 0.6 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 100 × 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 | $229 | $219 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Weight | 3.75 kg | 0.72 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Pixi 5W
What we like
- Fully enclosed — safe for indoor/tabletop use
- Touchscreen + app control, very beginner-friendly
- Compact and portable
- CNET-recognized for ease of use
Watch out for
- Small work area limits project size
- Can cut, but only thin materials
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 — 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 — suited only to light engraving on soft materials, not cutting
- No enclosure included — optional protective panels sold separately
- Bluetooth only — no WiFi or USB data connection
- No rotary attachment support
- Fixed 200mm focal length — no autofocus unless the optional stand is purchased
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 5W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
LaserPecker LP1 Plus
WoodLeatherPaperplasticAcrylicFabricfood
The LaserPecker LP1 Plus costs $219 (4% less) than the AlgoLaser Pixi 5W, which is priced at $229.
The AlgoLaser Pixi 5W has 88% more optical power (5W vs 0.6W).
Both machines share the same work area of 100 × 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 5W includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 5W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not.