Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 vs ULS VLS3.75
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 105 W | 75 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 1397 × 914 mm | 610 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 90,000 mm/min | 152,400 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $12,224 | $24,000 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2015 |
| Weight | 520 kg | 107 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
ULS VLS3.75
What we like
- Up to 75W CO2 — noticeably more cutting depth than the Desktop Series
- Larger 7in (178mm) rotary capacity than the Desktop Series (5in/127mm)
- Free-standing cabinet with stronger built-in exhaust than desktop models
- Rapid Reconfiguration™ tool-free laser source swaps
- Same compact 24"×12" work area as the Desktop Series for shops with limited floor space
Watch out for
- Quote-only pricing through authorized resellers
- Same 24"×12" work area as the much smaller/cheaper Desktop Series — no size advantage
- Heavy at 235 lbs (107kg) — needs a permanent location
- Requires a dedicated Windows PC via USB
- No camera registration or WiFi
Compatible Materials
Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberGlassceramicmarblecoated metals
ULS VLS3.75
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperplasticFabricGlassStonecoated metals
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 costs $12,224 (49% less) than the ULS VLS3.75, which is priced at $24,000.
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 has 29% more optical power (105W vs 75W).
The Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 offers a 85% larger work area (1397 × 914 mm vs 610 × 305 mm).
The ULS VLS3.75 has a 41% higher maximum speed (152,400 mm/min vs 90,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 includes air assist, while ULS VLS3.75 does not; Boss Laser LS-3655 105W CO2 includes WiFi connectivity, while ULS VLS3.75 does not.