Creality Falcon 2 12W vs LaserPecker LP1 Pro
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 405 nm |
| Optical Power | 12 W | 0.5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 415 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Max Speed | 25,000 mm/min | 1,200 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $299 | $299 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Weight | 7.96 kg | 0.265 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon 2 12W
What we like
- Excellent value — 12W with air assist under $300
- Fast 25,000 mm/min speed
- Air assist included standard
- Creality brand support and community
- Compatible with LightBurn
Watch out for
- No WiFi
- Open frame design
- No camera
- Newer brand in lasers — less community depth than Ortur
LaserPecker LP1 Pro
What we like
- Very low $299 entry price
- Extremely compact and foldable — 600g, fits in a bag or drawer
- Simple app-based workflow, good for total beginners and kids' projects (with supervision)
- 10,000+ hour rated laser lifespan
- Optional auto-focus stand accessory removes manual focusing
Watch out for
- Very slow 20mm/s (1,200mm/min) engraving speed — the slowest machine in the current lineup
- Extremely low 0.5W power — engraving only, cannot cut anything
- No enclosure included — amber safety shield sold separately
- Bluetooth only, no WiFi
- Now superseded in speed and workflow by the newer LP1 Plus at a similar price
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon 2 12W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
LaserPecker LP1 Pro
WoodLeatherPaperplasticAcrylicFabricbamboo
The Creality Falcon 2 12W and LaserPecker LP1 Pro are priced identically at $299.
The Creality Falcon 2 12W has 96% more optical power (12W vs 0.5W).
The Creality Falcon 2 12W offers a 94% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The Creality Falcon 2 12W has a 95% higher maximum speed (25,000 mm/min vs 1,200 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon 2 12W includes air assist, while LaserPecker LP1 Pro does not; Creality Falcon 2 12W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while LaserPecker LP1 Pro does not.