Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 120 × 120 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $199 | $259 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 3.2 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
Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W
What we like
- Fully enclosed with integrated smoke filter
- Autofocus for quick setup
- WiFi connectivity
- Compact footprint suitable for home use
Watch out for
- Small 120×120mm work area
- No rotary attachment support
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubber
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W costs $199 (23% less) than the Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W, which is priced at $259.
The Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W has 50% more optical power (10W vs 5W).
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W offers a 36% larger work area (150 × 150 mm vs 120 × 120 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W has a 33% higher maximum speed (15,000 mm/min vs 10,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W includes air assist, while Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Sculpfun iCube ProMax 10W does not.