Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W vs Sculpfun S9
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 450 nm |
| Optical Power | 12 W | 5.5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 410 × 415 mm |
| Max Speed | 10,000 mm/min | 6,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $329 | $189 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 5.95 kg | 3 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 S9
What we like
- Excellent value at under $200
- Ultra-thin 0.06mm compressed spot
- Easy 20-minute assembly
- Compatible with LightBurn, LaserGRBL
- Cuts 8mm pine cleanly
Watch out for
- No air assist or enclosure
- No WiFi connectivity
- Open frame requires safe operating environment
Compatible Materials
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
Sculpfun S9
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberAcrylic
The Sculpfun S9 costs $189 (43% less) than the Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W, which is priced at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 54% more optical power (12W vs 5.5W).
The Sculpfun S9 offers a 87% larger work area (410 × 415 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 S9 does not.