Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 18,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $299 | $499 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 7.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W
What we like
- Meaningfully more cutting power than the 5W model for the same enclosed form factor
- True auto focus — no manual height adjustment needed
- Compact desktop form factor with full safety enclosure
- Mobile app and LightBurn / LaserGRBL compatible
- IR module add-on available for metal marking
Watch out for
- Small 150×150 mm work area limits project size
- Basic version cannot be upgraded with AI Camera later
- IR module requires separate 24V 5A adapter (not included with base machine)
- No built-in camera on the base model
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
What we like
- Cuts up to 15mm pine in one pass
- Air assist included standard
- Expandable frame design
- Good value for 20W output
Watch out for
- Open frame — no enclosure safety
- No WiFi connectivity
- Requires proper ventilation for cutting
- Heavier than smaller open-frame models
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W costs $299 (40% less) than the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W, which is priced at $499.
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has 50% more optical power (20W vs 10W).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W offers a 83% larger work area (370 × 360 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has a 17% higher maximum speed (18,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes air assist, while Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 10W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not.