Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W vs xTool D1 Pro 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 22 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 355 × 390 mm | 430 × 390 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 24,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $699 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 18.8 kg | 5.8 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W
What we like
- Genuine one-click Z-axis autofocus — real time savings over manual leveling
- Enclosed Class 1 design with camera and air assist standard
- Cuts 15mm basswood or 10mm black acrylic in a single pass
Watch out for
- Smaller 355×390mm work area than the cheaper base Pro 22W (400×415mm)
- Not compatible with the 1.6W fine-detail bonus module
- At least one reviewer notes the autofocus isn't fully hands-off in practice
xTool D1 Pro 20W
What we like
- Cuts up to 10mm pine in a single pass
- Air assist included in the box
- WiFi and USB control
- Excellent engraving speed at 24,000 mm/min
- Wide material compatibility
Watch out for
- No enclosure — not safe for unattended operation
- Higher price point for a diode laser
- Requires ventilation setup for cutting fumes
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
xTool D1 Pro 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The xTool D1 Pro 20W costs $699 (36% less) than the Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W, which is priced at $1,099.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The xTool D1 Pro 20W offers a 17% larger work area (430 × 390 mm vs 355 × 390 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W has a 33% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 24,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W includes an enclosure, while xTool D1 Pro 20W does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W includes a camera, while xTool D1 Pro 20W does not; xTool D1 Pro 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W does not.