LaserPecker LP1 Pro vs Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 405 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 0.5 W | 12 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 1,200 mm/min | 10,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | No | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $299 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2025 |
| Weight | 0.265 kg | 5.95 kg |
Pros & Cons
LaserPecker LP1 Pro
What we like
- Very low $299 entry price
- Extremely compact and foldable — 600g, fits in a bag or drawer
- Simple app-based workflow, good for total beginners and kids' projects (with supervision)
- 10,000+ hour rated laser lifespan
- Optional auto-focus stand accessory removes manual focusing
Watch out for
- Very slow 20mm/s (1,200mm/min) engraving speed — the slowest machine in the current lineup
- Extremely low 0.5W power — engraving only, cannot cut anything
- No enclosure included — amber safety shield sold separately
- Bluetooth only, no WiFi
- Now superseded in speed and workflow by the newer LP1 Plus at a similar price
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
What we like
- Class 1 safety certification — fully enclosed, door-interlock protected
- 12W diode cuts 10mm paulownia in one pass
- Built-in multi-layer smoke filtration system
- Compact and portable at 5.95 kg — smallest 12W enclosed laser
- Auto-focus for hands-off setup
- Optional dual-laser version adds 1.2W IR for marking metals
Watch out for
- Small 150×150mm work area
- Bluetooth/USB only — no WiFi
- Air assist sold as separate accessory
- Camera available as separate accessory only
Compatible Materials
LaserPecker LP1 Pro
WoodLeatherPaperplasticAcrylicFabricbamboo
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
The LaserPecker LP1 Pro costs $299 (9% less) than the Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W, which is priced at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 96% more optical power (12W vs 0.5W).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W offers a 56% larger work area (150 × 150 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has a 88% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 1,200 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while LaserPecker LP1 Pro does not; Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes rotary attachment compatibility, while LaserPecker LP1 Pro does not.