Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W vs xTool S1 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 22 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 355 × 390 mm | 498 × 319 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $1,099 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Weight | 18.8 kg | 18 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 S1 20W
What we like
- Full enclosure for safe operation
- Built-in camera for precise positioning
- Autofocus saves setup time
- Extremely fast at 36,000 mm/min
- Excellent build quality and finish
Watch out for
- Premium price compared to open-frame alternatives
- Heavy at 18 kg — not easily portable
- Enclosure limits maximum material height
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
xTool S1 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal EngravingAnodized Aluminum
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W and xTool S1 20W are priced identically at $1,099.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The xTool S1 20W offers a 13% larger work area (498 × 319 mm vs 355 × 390 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 36,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, xTool S1 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W does not.