FLUX HEXA 60W vs Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 730 × 410 mm | 495 × 279 mm |
| Max Speed | 54,000 mm/min | 7,500 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $5,455 | $6,999 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Weight | 50 kg | 22 kg |
Pros & Cons
FLUX HEXA 60W
What we like
- Largest work area in the FLUX lineup (730×410mm)
- 60W for fast, deep cuts in thick wood and acrylic
- 900mm/s — production-level throughput
- Class 1 fully sealed — safe for office and studio environments
- Distinctive hexagonal design maximises internal volume for footprint
Watch out for
- Premium price ($5,455)
- Heavy (~50 kg) — difficult to move once installed
- No built-in air assist
- LightBurn requires optional USB bridge cable
- 60W CO2 tube replacement costs ~$650
Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
What we like
- 40W CO2 for clean cuts in wood, acrylic, and leather
- HD camera with Preview Mode for precise placement
- Cloud app for zero-config operation
- Full enclosure — safe for home and business
- $1,000 less than the Pro HD
Watch out for
- High price ($6,999)
- No Pro Passthrough — limited to bed depth
- Requires internet — no offline operation
- No LightBurn support
- Subscription costs for premium designs
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
Compatible Materials
FLUX HEXA 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
The FLUX HEXA 60W costs $5,455 (22% less) than the Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2, which is priced at $6,999.
The FLUX HEXA 60W has 33% more optical power (60W vs 40W).
The FLUX HEXA 60W offers a 54% larger work area (730 × 410 mm vs 495 × 279 mm).
The FLUX HEXA 60W has a 86% higher maximum speed (54,000 mm/min vs 7,500 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not; FLUX HEXA 60W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 does not.