Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 vs Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 105 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 1397 × 914 mm | 495 × 279 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 7,500 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 | $12,224 | $6,999 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Weight | 520 kg | 22 kg |
Pros & Cons
Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2
What we like
- 55×36 in work area — among the largest in its class
- Optional Mach4 upgrade to 2,300 mm/s
- 105W or 155W tube options
- 4-way pass-through for full sheets
- ISO-9001 certified; free lifetime support
- 2-year warranty
Watch out for
- Extremely heavy — freight delivery required
- Built to order; lead time varies
- No camera
- Requires dedicated power and exhaust infrastructure
Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
What we like
- 40W CO2 for clean cuts in wood, acrylic, and leather
- HD camera with Preview Mode for precise placement
- Cloud app for zero-config operation
- Full enclosure — safe for home and business
- $1,000 less than the Pro HD
Watch out for
- High price ($6,999)
- No Pro Passthrough — limited to bed depth
- Requires internet — no offline operation
- No LightBurn support
- Subscription costs for premium designs
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
The Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 costs $6,999 (43% less) than the Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2, which is priced at $12,224.
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 has 62% more optical power (105W vs 40W).
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 offers a 89% larger work area (1397 × 914 mm vs 495 × 279 mm).
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 has a 92% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 7,500 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 includes a camera, while Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 does not; Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 does not.