Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W vs Two Trees TTS-55
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 5.5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 300 × 300 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 | No |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $199 | $139 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2021 |
| Weight | 9.7 kg | 2.8 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
Two Trees TTS-55
What we like
- Very low price point
- Compact and easy to store
- Simple GRBL-based operation
- Good starting point for beginners
- Light at 2.8 kg
Watch out for
- Small 300×300mm work area
- No WiFi, air assist, or enclosure
- No rotary support
- Slower than modern competitors
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
Two Trees TTS-55
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
The Two Trees TTS-55 costs $139 (30% less) than the Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W, which is priced at $199.
The Two Trees TTS-55 has 9% more optical power (5.5W vs 5W).
The Two Trees TTS-55 offers a 75% larger work area (300 × 300 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 Two Trees TTS-55 does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Two Trees TTS-55 does not; Creality Falcon A1C Basic 5W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Two Trees TTS-55 does not.