Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 vs xTool P2 55W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 70 W | 55 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 508 × 356 mm | 600 × 308 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $4,497 | $4,999 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Weight | 188 kg | 45 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)
xTool P2 55W CO2
What we like
- 55W CO2 tube cuts thick materials cleanly
- Built-in camera for auto-trace and positioning
- Pass-through slot for oversized materials
- Autofocus and air assist included
- Comprehensive safety features (lid detection, flame sensor)
Watch out for
- Very high price ($4,999)
- Heavy and large footprint
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
- Requires proper ventilation setup
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
xTool P2 55W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlassStone
The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 costs $4,497 (10% less) than the xTool P2 55W CO2, which is priced at $4,999.
The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 has 21% more optical power (70W vs 55W).
The xTool P2 55W CO2 offers a 2% larger work area (600 × 308 mm vs 508 × 356 mm).
The Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 has a 60% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 36,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool P2 55W CO2 includes a camera, while Boss Laser LS-1420 70W CO2 does not.