Glowforge Spark vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 6 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 203 × 305 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Max Speed | 8,000 mm/min | 18,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $899 | $499 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 4.9 kg | 7.5 kg |
Glowforge Spark
What we like
- Easiest laser to get started with — ~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 — safe for home and classroom use
- Wide material library with auto-detected settings
Watch out for
- Cloud-dependent — requires internet for every job
- Small 203×305mm cutting area for the price
- Only 6W — limited cut depth and no thick stock
- Subscription costs for premium design catalogue
- Not compatible with LightBurn
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
What we like
- Cuts up to 15mm pine in one pass
- Air assist included standard
- Expandable frame design
- Good value for 20W output
Watch out for
- Open frame — no enclosure safety
- No WiFi connectivity
- Requires proper ventilation for cutting
- Heavier than smaller open-frame models
Glowforge Spark
Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W costs $499 (44% less) than the Glowforge Spark, which is priced at $899.
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has 70% more optical power (20W vs 6W).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W offers a 54% larger work area (370 × 360 mm vs 203 × 305 mm).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has a 56% higher maximum speed (18,000 mm/min vs 8,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Glowforge Spark includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes air assist, while Glowforge Spark does not; Glowforge Spark includes a camera, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Glowforge Spark includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Glowforge Spark does not.