Atomstack A5 Pro vs Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 12 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 410 × 400 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $169 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2025 |
| Weight | 3.4 kg | 5.95 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
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 A5 Pro
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The Atomstack A5 Pro costs $169 (49% 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 Atomstack A5 Pro offers a 86% larger work area (410 × 400 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has a 40% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while Atomstack A5 Pro does not.