Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 vs OMTech Pronto 35 60W
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 Laser | CO2 Laser |
| Wavelength | 10,600 nm | 10,600 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 60 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 495 × 279 mm | 700 × 500 mm |
| Max Speed | 7,500 mm/min | 60,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $6,999 | $3,699 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Weight | 22 kg | 212 kg |
Pros & Cons
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
OMTech Pronto 35 60W
What we like
- 1,000 mm/s servo speed — fast production throughput
- 700×500mm work area handles larger jobs than desktop units
- Front & back pass-through for oversized material
- WiFi + LightBurn support; est. 12,000 hr tube life
- Available in 60W, 90W, and 100W configurations
Watch out for
- No built-in camera (sold as add-on module)
- Requires separate water chiller (+$200–$400)
- Heavy at 212 kg — freight delivery required
- Higher entry price than Thunder Laser Nova 35 for similar specs
Compatible Materials
Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoamGlass
OMTech Pronto 35 60W
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperGlassRubberStone
The OMTech Pronto 35 60W costs $3,699 (47% less) than the Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2, which is priced at $6,999.
The OMTech Pronto 35 60W has 33% more optical power (60W vs 40W).
The OMTech Pronto 35 60W offers a 61% larger work area (700 × 500 mm vs 495 × 279 mm).
The OMTech Pronto 35 60W has a 88% higher maximum speed (60,000 mm/min vs 7,500 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 includes a camera, while OMTech Pronto 35 60W does not; OMTech Pronto 35 60W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Plus HD 40W CO2 does not.