Glowforge Spark vs LaserPecker LP2 Plus
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 6 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 203 ร 305 mm | 100 ร 100 mm |
| Max Speed | 8,000 mm/min | 240,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $899 | $799 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Weight | 4.9 kg | 3.39 kg |
Pros & Cons
Glowforge Spark
What we like
- Easiest laser to get started with โ ~30-minute setup
- Free Glowforge Print software works on any device (Mac, PC, tablet, phone)
- Built-in camera with live preview for material placement
- Class 1 enclosed โ safe for home and classroom use
- Wide material library with auto-detected settings
Watch out for
- Cloud-dependent โ requires internet for every job
- Small 203ร305mm cutting area for the price
- Only 6W โ limited cut depth and no thick stock
- Subscription costs for premium design catalogue
- Not compatible with LightBurn
LaserPecker LP2 Plus
What we like
- 4,000mm/s engraving speed โ 6x faster than the base LP2
- 10W diode cuts 6mm basswood or black acrylic in a single pass
- WiFi connectivity (vs. Bluetooth-only on the base LP2)
- Fine 0.06ร0.08mm laser spot for detailed engraving
- Broad SpinTrack/Rotary/Slide accessory ecosystem for expanded work areas
Watch out for
- Small 100ร100mm base work area without accessories
- No built-in camera or autofocus โ manual dual red-dot focusing
- No air assist nozzle โ relies on an exhausting fan for smoke clearance
- Class 1 safety requires the optional Standard Enclosure accessory
Compatible Materials
Glowforge Spark
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubber
LaserPecker LP2 Plus
WoodLeatherAcrylicPaperStoneAnodized Aluminumstainless steelGlassRubber
The LaserPecker LP2 Plus costs $799 (11% less) than the Glowforge Spark, which is priced at $899.
The LaserPecker LP2 Plus has 40% more optical power (10W vs 6W).
The Glowforge Spark offers a 84% larger work area (203 ร 305 mm vs 100 ร 100 mm).
The LaserPecker LP2 Plus has a 97% higher maximum speed (240,000 mm/min vs 8,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Spark includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP2 Plus does not; Glowforge Spark includes a camera, while LaserPecker LP2 Plus does not; LaserPecker LP2 Plus includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Spark does not.