Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 12 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Max Speed | 10,000 mm/min | 18,000 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 | $499 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Weight | 5.95 kg | 7.5 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 Max 20W
What we like
- Cuts up to 15mm pine in one pass
- Air assist included standard
- Expandable frame design
- Good value for 20W output
Watch out for
- Open frame — no enclosure safety
- No WiFi connectivity
- Requires proper ventilation for cutting
- Heavier than smaller open-frame models
Compatible Materials
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
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Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W
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The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W costs $329 (34% less) than the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W, which is priced at $499.
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has 40% more optical power (20W vs 12W).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W offers a 83% larger work area (370 × 360 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W has a 44% higher maximum speed (18,000 mm/min vs 10,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W does not; Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20W includes air assist, while Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not.