AlgoLaser Pixi 5W vs Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 445 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 5.5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 400 × 430 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 | $229 | $229 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Weight | 3.75 kg | 4.2 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
Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro
What we like
- Industry-leading safety features (tilt, flame, position)
- Good 5.5W output for engraving and light cutting
- Established brand with strong community support
- Wide 400×430mm work area
- Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL
Watch out for
- No air assist included
- No WiFi
- Open frame design
- Slower than newer competitors
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 5W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberAcrylic
The AlgoLaser Pixi 5W and Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro are priced identically at $229.
The Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro has 9% more optical power (5.5W vs 5W).
The Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro offers a 94% larger work area (400 × 430 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro has a 40% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Pixi 5W includes an enclosure, while Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro does not.