Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 420 × 430 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 20,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $199 | $299 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 5.5 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 3 Pro 10W
What we like
- Air assist included — improved cut quality
- Autofocus and WiFi
- Ortur safety system (tilt, flame detection)
- Good software ecosystem
- Suitable for semi-professional use
Watch out for
- Open frame — no enclosure
- Higher price than competing 10W models
- No camera for positioning
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W costs $199 (33% less) than the Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W, which is priced at $299.
The Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W has 50% more optical power (10W vs 5W).
The Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W offers a 88% larger work area (420 × 430 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W has a 25% higher maximum speed (20,000 mm/min vs 15,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes an enclosure, while Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W does not; Ortur Laser Master 3 Pro 10W includes air assist, while Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W does not.