Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W vs LaserPecker LP2
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 268 × 358 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $599 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 16.8 kg | 1.748 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
LaserPecker LP2
What we like
- Compact and light — 1.748kg total including stand and cover
- 0.05mm engraving accuracy and up to 2K photo resolution
- Tilting laser head engraves beveled and angled surfaces
- Versatile Electric Roller accessory adds rotary and 2m trolley modes
- Budget-friendly entry point into the LaserPecker ecosystem
Watch out for
- No cutting capability — engraving only
- Bluetooth only — no WiFi, and PC connection needs a separate dongle accessory
- Slow 600mm/s speed and 5W power compared to the newer LP2 Plus
- No enclosure — safety goggles required
- Diode-only — no IR module option despite handheld form factor some buyers expect dual-laser from
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
LaserPecker LP2
WoodLeatherPaperStoneAnodized Aluminumstainless steelGlass
The LaserPecker LP2 costs $599 (45% less) than the Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W, which is priced at $1,099.
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W has 75% more optical power (20W vs 5W).
The Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W offers a 90% larger work area (268 × 358 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 36,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP2 does not; Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes air assist, while LaserPecker LP2 does not; Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes a camera, while LaserPecker LP2 does not; Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while LaserPecker LP2 does not.