Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs Sculpfun S9
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 5.5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 410 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 6,000 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 | $189 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 3 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 S9
What we like
- Excellent value at under $200
- Ultra-thin 0.06mm compressed spot
- Easy 20-minute assembly
- Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL
- Cuts 8mm pine cleanly
Watch out for
- No air assist or enclosure
- No WiFi connectivity
- Open frame requires safe operating environment
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Sculpfun S9
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberAcrylic
The Sculpfun S9 costs $189 (5% less) than the Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W, which is priced at $199.
The Sculpfun S9 has 9% more optical power (5.5W vs 5W).
The Sculpfun S9 offers a 87% larger work area (410 × 415 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W has a 60% higher maximum speed (15,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S9 does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S9 does not.