Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W vs xTool D1 5W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 12 W | 5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 432 × 406 mm |
| Max Speed | 10,000 mm/min | 9,600 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $329 | $199 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 5.95 kg | 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
xTool D1 5W
What we like
- Large work area for the price
- Compressed spot for finer engraving
- Compatible with xTool Creative Space and LightBurn
- Safety eye protection glasses included
- Good build quality with aluminium extrusions
Watch out for
- No enclosure (safety concern without cover)
- No air assist included
- Relatively slow
Compatible Materials
Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
xTool D1 5W
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
The xTool D1 5W costs $199 (40% less) than the Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W, which is priced at $329.
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has 58% more optical power (12W vs 5W).
The xTool D1 5W offers a 87% larger work area (432 × 406 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W has a 4% higher maximum speed (10,000 mm/min vs 9,600 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W includes an enclosure, while xTool D1 5W does not; xTool D1 5W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun iCube Ultra 12W does not.