Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 445 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 5.5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 400 × 430 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $199 | $229 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2021 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 4.2 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
Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro
What we like
- Industry-leading safety features (tilt, flame, position)
- Good 5.5W output for engraving and light cutting
- Established brand with strong community support
- Wide 400×430mm work area
- Compatible with LightBurn and LaserGRBL
Watch out for
- No air assist included
- No WiFi
- Open frame design
- Slower than newer competitors
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberAcrylic
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W costs $199 (13% less) than the Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro, which is priced at $229.
The Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro has 9% more optical power (5.5W vs 5W).
The Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro offers a 87% larger work area (400 × 430 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W has a 33% higher maximum speed (15,000 mm/min vs 10,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes an enclosure, while Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro does not.