Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs NEJE E40 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 460 × 810 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 12,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $199 | $359 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 6.8 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
NEJE E40 10W
What we like
- Massive 460×810mm work area
- WiFi connectivity
- 10W for cutting and engraving
- Rotary compatible for cylindrical objects
- NEJE app and LightBurn compatible
Watch out for
- Very large footprint requires significant desk space
- No air assist included
- No enclosure
- Frame can flex at maximum extension
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
NEJE E40 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W costs $199 (45% less) than the NEJE E40 10W, which is priced at $359.
The NEJE E40 10W has 50% more optical power (10W vs 5W).
The NEJE E40 10W offers a 94% larger work area (460 × 810 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W has a 20% higher maximum speed (15,000 mm/min vs 12,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes an enclosure, while NEJE E40 10W does not.