Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 vs Glowforge Pro HD 45W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 105 W | 45 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 1397 × 914 mm | 495 × 279 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 8,500 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 | $7,999 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Weight | 520 kg | 58.5 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 Pro HD 45W CO2
What we like
- Pro Passthrough slot for unlimited material length
- 45W CO2 for excellent cut quality on thick materials
- HD camera with Preview Mode for precise placement
- Cloud app for zero-config operation
- Full enclosure — safe for home and business
Watch out for
- Very high price ($7,999)
- 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 Pro HD 45W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
The Glowforge Pro HD 45W CO2 costs $7,999 (35% less) than the Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2, which is priced at $12,224.
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 has 57% more optical power (105W vs 45W).
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 91% higher maximum speed (90,000 mm/min vs 8,500 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Pro HD 45W 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 Pro HD 45W CO2 does not.