OMTech Galvo 30W vs xTool F1 Fiber + Diode
| Laser | ||
| Type | Fiber Laser | Fiber Laser |
| Wavelength | 1,064 nm | 1,064 nm |
| Optical Power | 30 W | 2 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 175 × 175 mm | 115 × 115 mm |
| Max Speed | 600,000 mm/min | 240,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Fixed |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $1,999 | $1,499 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Weight | 18 kg | 4.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
OMTech Galvo 30W
What we like
- Extremely fast galvo scanning up to 10,000 mm/s
- 100,000-hour fiber laser lifespan — essentially maintenance-free
- Marks metal directly without coatings (steel, aluminum, brass, titanium)
- Compact at 18 kg; LightBurn compatible on Mac and Windows
- Competitive $1,999 price for 30W fiber
Watch out for
- Small 175×175mm marking area
- Cannot cut or engrave wood, acrylic, or organic materials
- Open design — no enclosure for fumes/debris
- Manual focus only (autofocus version sold separately at higher price)
xTool F1 Fiber + Diode
What we like
- Dual laser: fiber for metal, diode for organics
- Extremely fast galvo head (4,000 mm/s)
- Compact and portable at 4.5 kg
- Marks bare metal, stainless steel, gold, silver
- Enclosed for safe operation
Watch out for
- Small 115×115mm work area
- Fixed focus — no adjustment for tall objects
- Cannot cut materials
- Premium price for a small work area
Compatible Materials
OMTech Galvo 30W
steelaluminumbrasscoppertitaniumAnodized Aluminumcoated metals
xTool F1 Fiber + Diode
Metal EngravingAnodized AluminumGlassStoneLeatherRubber
The xTool F1 Fiber + Diode costs $1,499 (25% less) than the OMTech Galvo 30W, which is priced at $1,999.
The OMTech Galvo 30W has 93% more optical power (30W vs 2W).
The OMTech Galvo 30W offers a 57% larger work area (175 × 175 mm vs 115 × 115 mm).
The OMTech Galvo 30W has a 60% higher maximum speed (600,000 mm/min vs 240,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool F1 Fiber + Diode includes an enclosure, while OMTech Galvo 30W does not; xTool F1 Fiber + Diode includes WiFi connectivity, while OMTech Galvo 30W does not.