FLUX Beambox 40W vs FSL Muse Core 40W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 375 × 265 mm | 508 × 305 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $2,845 | $2,999 |
| Release Year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Weight | 21 kg | 24.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
FLUX Beambox 40W
What we like
- Proven, well-documented platform with a large user community
- Built-in camera for visual positioning
- Polished Beam Studio software — fully offline
- 40W for clean cuts up to 10mm in wood and acrylic
- WiFi, USB, and Ethernet connectivity
Watch out for
- Legacy model — superseded by the Beambox II
- Smaller work area than Beambox II (375×265 vs 600×375mm)
- Manual focus only
- No built-in air assist
- Heavy at 21 kg
FSL Muse Core 40W CO2
What we like
- Browser-based RetinaEngrave v3 — no OS lock-in, works on Mac/Linux
- Patented removable floor for pass-through engraving
- LCD 7" touchscreen on-machine control
- Made in USA; phone/email support
- Affordable entry price for a US-brand CO2 laser
Watch out for
- No autofocus (manual only)
- No camera
- Air compressor and water cooling not included
- No published max speed specification
- Smaller 20×12 in work area vs competitors at this price
Compatible Materials
FLUX Beambox 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
FSL Muse Core 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberPaperGlasscoated metals
The FLUX Beambox 40W costs $2,845 (5% less) than the FSL Muse Core 40W CO2, which is priced at $2,999.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The FSL Muse Core 40W CO2 offers a 36% larger work area (508 × 305 mm vs 375 × 265 mm).
Both machines share the same maximum speed of 30,000 mm/min.
Feature-wise, FLUX Beambox 40W includes a camera, while FSL Muse Core 40W CO2 does not.