LaserPecker LP4 vs Snapmaker Ray 40W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 10 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 160 × 120 mm | 400 × 600 mm |
| Max Speed | 240,000 mm/min | 30,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,099 | $1,699 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Weight | 4.23 kg | 15.06 kg |
Pros & Cons
LaserPecker LP4
What we like
- Portable at 4 kg — battery-powered operation possible
- Dual laser (diode + IR): engrave metals AND organic materials
- Galvo speed 4,000 mm/s — extremely fast for logos and batch production
- Built-in touchscreen for offline engraving without phone
- Works on 300+ materials, 8K resolution
Watch out for
- Tiny 160×120mm working area limits project size
- No WiFi — Bluetooth only (Dongle needed for PC)
- PowerPack battery for portable use sold separately
- No enclosure for eye safety — requires goggles and conical cover
Snapmaker Ray 40W
What we like
- Cuts up to 15mm basswood in a single pass
- Smart Air Assist pump included in box
- Large 400×600mm work area
- Wi-Fi + USB connectivity with LightBurn support
- FDA Class 1 certified with optional enclosure
Watch out for
- No autofocus (manual focus lever)
- No built-in enclosure (sold separately)
- No camera module
- Laser-only (no 3-in-1 like Artisan)
Compatible Materials
LaserPecker LP4
WoodLeatherAcrylicPaperGlassAnodized Aluminumstainless steelplasticFabricfoodStonesilicone
Snapmaker Ray 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherFabricPaperAnodized AluminumMetal Engraving
The LaserPecker LP4 costs $1,099 (35% less) than the Snapmaker Ray 40W, which is priced at $1,699.
The Snapmaker Ray 40W has 75% more optical power (40W vs 10W).
The Snapmaker Ray 40W offers a 92% larger work area (400 × 600 mm vs 160 × 120 mm).
The LaserPecker LP4 has a 88% higher maximum speed (240,000 mm/min vs 30,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Snapmaker Ray 40W includes air assist, while LaserPecker LP4 does not; Snapmaker Ray 40W includes WiFi connectivity, while LaserPecker LP4 does not.