Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W vs xTool M2 Color Craft 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 22 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 400 × 415 mm | 426 × 320 mm |
| Max Speed | 36,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $899 | $599 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 18.04 kg | 12.3 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
xTool M2 Color Craft 20W
What we like
- Industry-first: diode laser + CMYK inkjet color printing in one enclosed machine
- Dual cameras and ACS for automatic material detection and placement
- 20W diode handles wood, acrylic, leather, and fabric
- Optional 3W IR module adds metal engraving capability
- Beginner-friendly enclosed design — safe for home or office
Watch out for
- CMYK inkjet module is an optional add-on (extra cost)
- Color print area (300×294mm) smaller than laser work area (426×320mm)
- Diode laser produces inferior cut edges on acrylic vs CO2
- New 2025 product — long-term reliability unproven
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneceramic
xTool M2 Color Craft 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoam
The xTool M2 Color Craft 20W costs $599 (33% less) than the Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W, which is priced at $899.
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W has 9% more optical power (22W vs 20W).
The Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W offers a 18% larger work area (400 × 415 mm vs 426 × 320 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 36,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, xTool M2 Color Craft 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Creality Falcon2 Pro 22W does not.