Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular) vs Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 445 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 20 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 175 × 175 mm | 610 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 600,000 mm/min | 168,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $2,249 | $14,000 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Weight | 24.5 kg | 91 kg |
Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular)
What we like
- Interchangeable modules (diode, fiber, MOPA, UV) cover engraving, deep cutting, and metal marking in one chassis
- Extremely fast galvo scanning up to 10,000 mm/s
- Tool-free module swaps in roughly 15 seconds
- Built-in HD camera with live preview and auto-positioning
- Fully enclosed Class 1 design with flame, tilt, and lid-interlock monitoring
Watch out for
- Small 175×175mm work field versus 400mm+ gantry machines
- Expensive — additional laser modules cost roughly $2,700–$5,000 each
- Manual (not auto) height focus on the base diode module
- UV and MOPA modules had delayed availability at launch
- Brand-new 2026 platform with no long-term reliability track record yet
Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
What we like
- First industrial-grade diode plotter — far exceeds hobby diode lasers in build quality
- Marks metals directly (anodized aluminum, steel, titanium) without additives
- InPack™ dust protection, integrated air assist, low maintenance
- Ruby® software with ERP/MES integration via open API
- CE & FDA compliant, true professional safety enclosure
Watch out for
- Price is quote-only and well above consumer diode lasers
- Diode wavelength: cannot engrave clear acrylic or glass (unlike CO2)
- No WiFi standard
- Requires exhaust system (sold separately)
Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular)
Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
The Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular) costs $2,249 (84% less) than the Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode, which is priced at $14,000.
The Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode has 50% more optical power (40W vs 20W).
The Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode offers a 84% larger work area (610 × 305 mm vs 175 × 175 mm).
The Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular) has a 72% higher maximum speed (600,000 mm/min vs 168,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode includes air assist, while Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular) does not; Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular) includes a camera, while Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode does not; Creality Falcon T1 20W (5-in-1 Modular) includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode does not.