Atomstack A30 Pro 33W vs Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 33 W | 12 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 400 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 12,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $499 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Weight | 10.3 kg | 5.95 kg |
Pros & Cons
Atomstack A30 Pro 33W
What we like
- 33W cutting power via 6-diode coupling — cuts 20mm pine in one pass
- F60 Air Assist Kit included
- 400×400mm work area, expandable to 400×850mm
- Dual-air outlet design for cleaner cuts
- Very competitive pricing for a 33W machine
Watch out for
- No enclosure — open frame
- No WiFi connectivity
- Heavier and larger than 20W alternatives
- Requires proper ventilation for 33W cutting
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
Atomstack A30 Pro 33W
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Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
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The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W costs $329 (34% less) than the Atomstack A30 Pro 33W, which is priced at $499.
The Atomstack A30 Pro 33W has 64% more optical power (33W vs 12W).
The Atomstack A30 Pro 33W offers a 86% larger work area (400 × 400 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Atomstack A30 Pro 33W has a 17% higher maximum speed (12,000 mm/min vs 10,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while Atomstack A30 Pro 33W does not; Atomstack A30 Pro 33W includes air assist, while Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not.