Creality Falcon 2 12W vs xTool D1 5W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 12 W | 5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 415 mm | 432 × 406 mm |
| Max Speed | 25,000 mm/min | 9,600 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $299 | $199 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Weight | 7.96 kg | 5 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
xTool D1 5W
What we like
- Large work area for the price
- Compressed spot for finer engraving
- Compatible with xTool Creative Space and LightBurn
- Safety eye protection glasses included
- Good build quality with aluminium extrusions
Watch out for
- No enclosure (safety concern without cover)
- No air assist included
- Relatively slow
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon 2 12W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
xTool D1 5W
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
The xTool D1 5W costs $199 (33% less) than the Creality Falcon 2 12W, which is priced at $299.
The Creality Falcon 2 12W has 58% more optical power (12W vs 5W).
The xTool D1 5W offers a 5% larger work area (432 × 406 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The Creality Falcon 2 12W has a 62% higher maximum speed (25,000 mm/min vs 9,600 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon 2 12W includes air assist, while xTool D1 5W does not; xTool D1 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon 2 12W does not.