Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W vs xTool D1 Pro 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 268 × 358 mm | 430 × 390 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 24,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $699 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 16.8 kg | 5.8 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
xTool D1 Pro 20W
What we like
- Cuts up to 10mm pine in a single pass
- Air assist included in the box
- WiFi and USB control
- Excellent engraving speed at 24,000 mm/min
- Wide material compatibility
Watch out for
- No enclosure — not safe for unattended operation
- Higher price point for a diode laser
- Requires ventilation setup for cutting fumes
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
xTool D1 Pro 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The xTool D1 Pro 20W costs $699 (36% less) than the Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W, which is priced at $1,099.
Both machines share the same 20W optical power rating.
The xTool D1 Pro 20W offers a 43% larger work area (430 × 390 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 an enclosure, while xTool D1 Pro 20W does not; Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W includes a camera, while xTool D1 Pro 20W does not.