Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W vs Snapmaker Ray 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 22 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 | $899 | $1,299 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 18.04 kg | 14.6 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W
What we like
- Enclosed Class 1 safety with camera-assisted auto-positioning
- Large 400×415mm work area despite being enclosed
- Standard air assist included
- Fine 0.08mm laser spot for detailed engraving
Watch out for
- No autofocus despite "Pro" branding — manual leveling required
- No WiFi
- Entry tier of a line that scales up to 60W
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 22W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneceramic
Snapmaker Ray 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperAnodized Aluminum
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W costs $899 (31% less) than the Snapmaker Ray 20W, which is priced at $1,299.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The Snapmaker Ray 20W offers a 31% larger work area (400 × 600 mm vs 400 × 415 mm).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has a 17% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 30,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W includes an enclosure, while Snapmaker Ray 20W does not; Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W includes a camera, while Snapmaker Ray 20W does not; Snapmaker Ray 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W does not.