Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W vs Glowforge Aura
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 6 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 268 × 358 mm | 305 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 15,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $1,199 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Weight | 16.8 kg | 8.6 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
Glowforge Aura
What we like
- Easiest setup and operation of any laser — no technical knowledge needed
- Cloud app with automatic material settings
- Built-in camera for precise placement
- Fully enclosed and safe
- Large design library available
Watch out for
- Cloud-dependent — requires internet for every job
- Slower than modern competitors
- Only 6W — limited cutting ability
- Ongoing subscription costs for premium designs
- Not compatible with LightBurn
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Glowforge Aura
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubber
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W costs $1,099 (8% less) than the Glowforge Aura, which is priced at $1,199.
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W has 70% more optical power (20W vs 6W).
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W offers a 3% larger work area (268 × 358 mm vs 305 × 305 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W has a 58% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes air assist, while Glowforge Aura does not; Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Aura does not.