Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs LaserPecker LP1 Plus
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 405 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 0.6 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $199 | $219 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 0.72 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
What we like
- Very affordable entry price at $199 for a fully enclosed Class 1 machine
- True auto focus — no manual height adjustment needed
- Interchangeable laser modules (5W, 10W diode + 2W IR) for versatile use
- Compact desktop form factor with full safety enclosure
- Mobile app and LightBurn / LaserGRBL compatible
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
LaserPecker LP1 Plus
What we like
- 30x faster than the LP1 Pro at 600mm/s
- Extremely light and pocketable at 210g (laser unit) / 720g with stand
- 2-minute setup — no calibration required
- USB-C and power-bank powered for outdoor/mobile use
- Built-in clipart library and snap-and-engrave app workflow for total beginners
Watch out for
- Very low 0.6W power — suited only to light engraving on soft materials, not cutting
- No enclosure included — optional protective panels sold separately
- Bluetooth only — no WiFi or USB data connection
- No rotary attachment support
- Fixed 200mm focal length — no autofocus unless the optional stand is purchased
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
LaserPecker LP1 Plus
WoodLeatherPaperplasticAcrylicFabricfood
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W costs $199 (9% less) than the LaserPecker LP1 Plus, which is priced at $219.
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W has 88% more optical power (5W vs 0.6W).
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W offers a 56% larger work area (150 × 150 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The LaserPecker LP1 Plus has a 58% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while LaserPecker LP1 Plus does not.