Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 vs Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 105 W | 30 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 1397 × 914 mm | 457 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 90,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $12,224 | $9,995 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Weight | 520 kg | 53 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
Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2
What we like
- Professional-grade RF CO2 laser source (maintenance-free, long life)
- Fast for its class — 1.5 m/s, up to 6.5× faster than comparable desktop lasers
- Ruby® software is best-in-class for workflow automation
- CE & FDA compliant, true Class 2 safety enclosure
- Excellent Trotec global service network
Watch out for
- Price is significantly above hobbyist CO2 desktops — quote only
- Single laser power option (30W only)
- No WiFi in standard config (Ethernet only)
- Requires exhaust system (sold separately)
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStone
The Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2 costs $9,995 (18% less) than the Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2, which is priced at $12,224.
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 has 71% more optical power (105W vs 30W).
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 offers a 89% larger work area (1397 × 914 mm vs 457 × 305 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 90,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 50 30W CO2 does not.