Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W vs Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 12 W | 10 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 380 × 385 mm |
| Max Speed | 10,000 mm/min | 6,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $329 | $329 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Weight | 5.95 kg | 6.8 kg |
Pros & Cons
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
Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W
What we like
- Built-in air assist pump
- Expandable to 920×380mm with Y-extension kit
- Good price-to-area ratio
- Strong community and software support
Watch out for
- Large footprint may not suit small workshops
- No WiFi — USB only
- Frame rigidity decreases at max extension
Compatible Materials
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStone
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W and Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W are priced identically at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 17% more optical power (12W vs 10W).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W offers a 85% larger work area (380 × 385 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has a 40% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro 10W includes air assist, while Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not.