FLUX Beambox II 55W vs xTool P2 55W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 55 W | 55 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 600 × 375 mm | 600 × 308 mm |
| Max Speed | 54,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $3,290 | $4,999 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 36 kg | 45 kg |
Pros & Cons
FLUX Beambox II 55W
What we like
- Large 600×375mm work area — double the original Beambox
- 55W for fast, deep cuts in thick wood and acrylic
- 900mm/s — one of the fastest desktop CO2 machines available
- Class 1 fully sealed — safe for any studio or office environment
- Optional passthrough add-on for oversized materials
Watch out for
- Heavy — approximately 36 kg
- No built-in air assist (add-on recommended)
- Premium price at $3,290
- CO2 glass tube will need periodic replacement
- LightBurn requires optional USB bridge cable
xTool P2 55W CO2
What we like
- 55W CO2 tube cuts thick materials cleanly
- Built-in camera for auto-trace and positioning
- Pass-through slot for oversized materials
- Autofocus and air assist included
- Comprehensive safety features (lid detection, flame sensor)
Watch out for
- Very high price ($4,999)
- Heavy and large footprint
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
- Requires proper ventilation setup
Compatible Materials
FLUX Beambox II 55W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
xTool P2 55W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlassStone
The FLUX Beambox II 55W costs $3,290 (34% less) than the xTool P2 55W CO2, which is priced at $4,999.
Both machines share the same 55W optical power rating.
The FLUX Beambox II 55W offers a 18% larger work area (600 × 375 mm vs 600 × 308 mm).
The FLUX Beambox II 55W has a 33% higher maximum speed (54,000 mm/min vs 36,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool P2 55W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX Beambox II 55W does not.