FLUX HEXA 60W vs xTool P2S 55W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 60 W | 55 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 730 × 410 mm | 600 × 305 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 | $5,455 | $3,399 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Weight | 50 kg | 45 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
xTool P2S 55W CO2
What we like
- 55W CO2 tube cuts thick wood, acrylic, leather, and fabric
- Built-in camera for auto-placement and material detection
- Pass-through slot for oversized materials
- Auto-focus and integrated air assist standard
- Better pricing than the original P2
Watch out for
- Heavy at 45 kg — permanent desktop placement
- CO2 tube will eventually need replacing
- Requires dedicated ventilation setup
- Very similar to original P2 — not a major upgrade
Compatible Materials
FLUX HEXA 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
xTool P2S 55W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlassStone
The xTool P2S 55W CO2 costs $3,399 (38% less) than the FLUX HEXA 60W, which is priced at $5,455.
The FLUX HEXA 60W has 8% more optical power (60W vs 55W).
The FLUX HEXA 60W offers a 39% larger work area (730 × 410 mm vs 600 × 305 mm).
The FLUX HEXA 60W has a 33% higher maximum speed (54,000 mm/min vs 36,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool P2S 55W CO2 includes air assist, while FLUX HEXA 60W does not.