Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W vs xTool S1 40W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 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 | $1,649 | $2,499 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Weight | 19.6 kg | 20 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W
What we like
- Autofocus plus higher 40W power in one package
- Cuts 20mm basswood or colored acrylic in a single pass
- Enclosed Class 1 design with camera and air assist standard
Watch out for
- Not compatible with the 1.6W fine-detail bonus module that base Pro 40W supports
- Smaller work area than the base (non-S) Pro 40W
- No WiFi
xTool S1 40W
What we like
- Cuts 18mm wood and 15mm acrylic in one pass
- Can mark and score thin stainless steel
- Full Class 1 enclosure — no safety glasses required
- Built-in camera for precise placement
- Autofocus and air assist included
- Same fast 36,000 mm/min (600 mm/s) speed as 20W
Watch out for
- Significantly pricier than the 20W variant
- Heavier than open-frame equivalents
- Enclosure limits maximum material height
- Diode still falls short of CO₂ for thick acrylic or glass
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
xTool S1 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal EngravingAnodized Aluminumstainless steel
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W costs $1,649 (34% less) than the xTool S1 40W, which is priced at $2,499.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The xTool S1 40W 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 40W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W does not.