Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W vs Snapmaker Ray 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 415 mm | 400 × 600 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,599 | $1,299 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 18.56 kg | 14.6 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
Snapmaker Ray 20W
What we like
- Smart Air Assist pump included in box
- Large 400×600mm work area
- Wi-Fi + USB connectivity
- LightBurn compatible out of the box
- Strong Snapmaker community and ecosystem
Watch out for
- No autofocus (manual focus lever)
- No built-in enclosure (sold separately)
- No camera for material detection
- Lower power than 40W model
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
Snapmaker Ray 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperAnodized Aluminum
The Snapmaker Ray 20W costs $1,299 (19% less) than the Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W, which is priced at $1,599.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W has 50% more optical power (40W vs 20W).
The Snapmaker Ray 20W offers a 31% larger work area (400 × 600 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W has a 17% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 30,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W includes an enclosure, while Snapmaker Ray 20W does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W includes a camera, while Snapmaker Ray 20W does not; Snapmaker Ray 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 40W does not.