Atomstack A5 Pro vs Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 410 × 400 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 20,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $169 | $199 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Weight | 3.4 kg | 3.2 kg |
Pros & Cons
Atomstack A5 Pro
What we like
- Very affordable entry price
- Built-in eye protection filter over module
- Sturdy aluminium frame assembly
- Beginner-friendly — no focus adjustment needed
- Large community and tutorials available
Watch out for
- Fixed focus limits flexibility
- No air assist or enclosure
- Slow 6,000 mm/min speed
- No WiFi
Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
What we like
- Meaningful power step up from the 5W at a similarly low $199 price
- Cuts 6mm basswood or 5mm black acrylic in a single pass
- Same large 400×415mm work area
- Light and portable at 3.2kg
Watch out for
- Class 4 (FDA) open-beam laser — safety glasses required and sold separately
- No air assist, camera, or WiFi included
- Manual focus only
- Oldest design generation in the current lineup
Compatible Materials
Atomstack A5 Pro
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Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W
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The Atomstack A5 Pro costs $169 (15% less) than the Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W, which is priced at $199.
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W has 50% more optical power (10W vs 5W).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W offers a 1% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 410 × 400 mm).
The Creality CR-Laser Falcon 10W has a 70% higher maximum speed (20,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).