Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W vs LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 415 mm | 500 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 60,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,599 | $2,298 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 18.56 kg | 23.27 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W
What we like
- Includes a bonus 1.6W fine-detail laser module (not bundled with the 22W)
- 600mm/s CoreXY speed with enclosed camera positioning
- Deep cutting power at 40W inside a Class 1 enclosure
- Air assist and multi-point safety monitoring standard
Watch out for
- No autofocus — manual leveling despite Pro branding
- No WiFi
- Pricier than the 22W tier for buyers who don't need the extra power
LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
What we like
- Bundles the 2W IR module standard — ready for metal/plastic marking out of the box
- World-first 1,000mm/s enclosed diode cutter (10,000mm/s² acceleration)
- Tool-free wedge-lock module swaps between 40W diode and 2W IR in seconds
- 12MP/6K camera plus physical Point-to-Shape positioning for zero-loss alignment
- 3D adaptive auto-focus handles curved and uneven surfaces without manual adjustment
- Class 1 certified with nine-fold active safety shielding
Watch out for
- Significantly pricier than the base 20W/40W-only LX2 kit
- 60W diode module still listed as "coming soon" at the time of writing
- Heavy at over 23kg — not a portable machine
- Riser base (sold separately) required for taller materials or rotary engraving
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperRubberstainless steelaluminumbrasssilverplatinumtitaniumGlassStone
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W costs $1,599 (30% less) than the LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit, which is priced at $2,298.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W offers a 8% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 500 × 305 mm).
The LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit has a 40% higher maximum speed (60,000 mm/min vs 36,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W does not.