LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit vs xTool S1 40W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 500 × 305 mm | 498 × 319 mm |
| Max Speed | 60,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $2,298 | $2,499 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Weight | 23.27 kg | 20 kg |
Pros & Cons
LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
What we like
- Bundles the 2W IR module standard — ready for metal/plastic marking out of the box
- World-first 1,000mm/s enclosed diode cutter (10,000mm/s² acceleration)
- Tool-free wedge-lock module swaps between 40W diode and 2W IR in seconds
- 12MP/6K camera plus physical Point-to-Shape positioning for zero-loss alignment
- 3D adaptive auto-focus handles curved and uneven surfaces without manual adjustment
- Class 1 certified with nine-fold active safety shielding
Watch out for
- Significantly pricier than the base 20W/40W-only LX2 kit
- 60W diode module still listed as "coming soon" at the time of writing
- Heavy at over 23kg — not a portable machine
- Riser base (sold separately) required for taller materials or rotary engraving
xTool S1 40W
What we like
- Cuts 18mm wood and 15mm acrylic in one pass
- Can mark and score thin stainless steel
- Full Class 1 enclosure — no safety glasses required
- Built-in camera for precise placement
- Autofocus and air assist included
- Same fast 36,000 mm/min (600 mm/s) speed as 20W
Watch out for
- Significantly pricier than the 20W variant
- Heavier than open-frame equivalents
- Enclosure limits maximum material height
- Diode still falls short of CO₂ for thick acrylic or glass
Compatible Materials
LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit
WoodAcrylicLeatherPaperRubberstainless steelaluminumbrasssilverplatinumtitaniumGlassStone
xTool S1 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal EngravingAnodized Aluminumstainless steel
The LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit costs $2,298 (8% less) than the xTool S1 40W, which is priced at $2,499.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The xTool S1 40W offers a 4% larger work area (498 × 319 mm vs 500 × 305 mm).
The LaserPecker LX2 40W Diode & 2W IR Kit has a 40% higher maximum speed (60,000 mm/min vs 36,000 mm/min).