Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 vs Glowforge Pro 45W CO2 (Certified Rebuilt)
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 70 W | 45 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 508 × 356 mm | 495 × 279 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 8,400 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $4,497 | $2,999 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2017 |
| Weight | 188 kg | 24.9 kg |
Pros & Cons
Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2
What we like
- 1,500 mm/s Hybrid Servo speed (fastest in class at price)
- Motorized autofocus
- 4-way pass-through for large material
- US-made American Photonics optics (+14% beam transmission)
- 2-year warranty + free lifetime tech support
- ISO-9001 certified manufacturer
Watch out for
- Very heavy at 415 lbs — freight delivery required
- Built to order (lead time varies)
- Water cooling setup required
- No camera
- Software (LightBurn) costs extra ($199 upgrade)
Glowforge Pro 45W CO2 (Certified Rebuilt)
What we like
- Pro Passthrough slot for materials of unlimited length
- 45W CO2 for excellent cut quality in wood, acrylic, and leather
- Cloud app for zero-config operation from any device
- Built-in camera for precise design placement
- Full enclosure — safe for home and office
Watch out for
- Only available as Certified Rebuilt — no new units
- Small 19.5"x11" (495x279mm) cutting area
- Requires internet — no offline operation
- No LightBurn support
- Subscription costs for premium design catalogue
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
Glowforge Pro 45W CO2 (Certified Rebuilt)
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
The Glowforge Pro 45W CO2 (Certified Rebuilt) costs $2,999 (33% less) than the Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2, which is priced at $4,497.
The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 has 36% more optical power (70W vs 45W).
The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 offers a 24% larger work area (508 × 356 mm vs 495 × 279 mm).
The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 has a 91% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 8,400 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Pro 45W CO2 (Certified Rebuilt) includes a camera, while Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 does not; Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Pro 45W CO2 (Certified Rebuilt) does not.