Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W vs FLUX Ador
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 268 × 358 mm | 430 × 300 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 24,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $1,399 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Weight | 16.8 kg | 9 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W
What we like
- AI visual autofocus removes manual leveling
- Touchscreen plus WiFi app control
- Same 600mm/s CoreXY speed as the base A1 with smarter automation
- Optional 2W IR module enables bare-metal and plastic marking
- Enclosed Class 1 design with air assist and active safety monitoring
Watch out for
- The 2W IR module is a ~$335 add-on, not included in the base package
- Smaller work area than the cheaper A1 despite roughly 2x the price
- Premium mainly buys autofocus/WiFi convenience, not more power or work area
FLUX Ador
What we like
- Quick-swap module system — laser, IR, and printing modules interchangeable
- Optional 20W module upgrade and 2W IR for bare metal marking
- Built-in 8MP camera for precise material placement
- Fully enclosed Class 1 design
- Optional CMYK color printing add-on — unique at this price
Watch out for
- 10W base module; 20W upgrade costs an additional $699
- No built-in air assist
- Diode cannot engrave glass or cut thick acrylic as cleanly as CO2
- CMYK printing and 2W IR module sold separately
- LightBurn requires optional USB bridge cable
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
FLUX Ador
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberMetal EngravingAnodized Aluminum
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W costs $1,099 (21% less) than the FLUX Ador, which is priced at $1,399.
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W has 50% more optical power (20W vs 10W).
The FLUX Ador offers a 26% larger work area (430 × 300 mm vs 268 × 358 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W has a 33% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 24,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes air assist, while FLUX Ador does not.