FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2 vs xTool P3 80W CO2
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 80 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 508 × 305 mm | 915 × 458 mm |
| Max Speed | 30,000 mm/min | 72,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $4,499 | $6,999 |
| Release Year | 2019 | 2025 |
| Weight | 24.5 kg | 105 kg |
Pros & Cons
FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
What we like
- Intel RealSense™ 3D camera for curved/uneven surface engraving
- Motorized autofocus — no manual Z adjustment needed
- Coolbox (air + water cooling) included in bundle
- Browser-based RetinaEngrave v3 — Mac/Linux/Windows
- Removable floor for pass-through engraving
Watch out for
- Same 20×12 in work area as Core
- No published max speed
- Significantly pricier than Core for same work area
- Air assist from Coolbox, not integrated into machine head
xTool P3 80W CO2
What we like
- 80W CO2 tube — cuts through thick materials quickly and cleanly
- Huge 915×458mm (36"×18") Class 1 enclosed work area
- Built-in inverter water chiller — no external chiller needed
- Dual cameras (5MP + 16MP) for precise auto-placement
- 220mm AutoLift Base for processing tall objects
- Optional automatic conveyor feeder for batch production
- Optional 5W IR module for metal marking
Watch out for
- Extremely heavy at 105 kg — requires permanent installation
- High price at $6,999
- Large footprint (1250×780mm) — needs dedicated workspace
- CO2 tube and water chiller require periodic maintenance
- Mandatory ventilation setup
Compatible Materials
FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricRubberPaperGlasscoated metals
xTool P3 80W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlassStone
The FSL Muse 3D AF 40W CO2 costs $4,499 (36% less) than the xTool P3 80W CO2, which is priced at $6,999.
The xTool P3 80W CO2 has 50% more optical power (80W vs 40W).
The xTool P3 80W CO2 offers a 63% larger work area (915 × 458 mm vs 508 × 305 mm).
The xTool P3 80W CO2 has a 58% higher maximum speed (72,000 mm/min vs 30,000 mm/min).