AlgoLaser Pixi 5W vs Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 450 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 12 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $229 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Weight | 3.75 kg | 5.95 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
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
What we like
- Class 1 safety certification — fully enclosed, door-interlock protected
- 12W diode cuts 10mm paulownia in one pass
- Built-in multi-layer smoke filtration system
- Compact and portable at 5.95 kg — smallest 12W enclosed laser
- Auto-focus for hands-off setup
- Optional dual-laser version adds 1.2W IR for marking metals
Watch out for
- Small 150×150mm work area
- Bluetooth/USB only — no WiFi
- Air assist sold as separate accessory
- Camera available as separate accessory only
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 5W
WoodLeatherCardboardPaperRubber
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The AlgoLaser Pixi 5W costs $229 (30% less) than the Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W, which is priced at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 58% more optical power (12W vs 5W).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W offers a 56% larger work area (150 × 150 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has a 40% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Pixi 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not.