Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W vs xTool M2 Color Craft 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 33 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 590 × 595 mm | 426 × 320 mm |
| Max Speed | 24,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Fixed | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | No | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $770 | $599 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Weight | 9.9 kg | 12.3 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
What we like
- 33W — cuts 20mm pine and 15mm black acrylic in one pass
- Huge 590×595mm base work area, expandable to 935×905mm
- Built-in auto air assist included
- 0.005mm high-precision linear slide rail X-axis
- Modular laser head — upgrade path within the S30 Ultra series
- Emergency stop switch and child safety lock
Watch out for
- Very large footprint (~800×840mm frame)
- No WiFi — Bluetooth and USB only
- No enclosure — open frame requires safe working environment
- Fixed focus (no motorised Z)
xTool M2 Color Craft 20W
What we like
- Industry-first: diode laser + CMYK inkjet color printing in one enclosed machine
- Dual cameras and ACS for automatic material detection and placement
- 20W diode handles wood, acrylic, leather, and fabric
- Optional 3W IR module adds metal engraving capability
- Beginner-friendly enclosed design — safe for home or office
Watch out for
- CMYK inkjet module is an optional add-on (extra cost)
- Color print area (300×294mm) smaller than laser work area (426×320mm)
- Diode laser produces inferior cut edges on acrylic vs CO2
- New 2025 product — long-term reliability unproven
Compatible Materials
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
xTool M2 Color Craft 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberFoam
The xTool M2 Color Craft 20W costs $599 (22% less) than the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W, which is priced at $770.
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W has 39% more optical power (33W vs 20W).
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W offers a 61% larger work area (590 × 595 mm vs 426 × 320 mm).
The xTool M2 Color Craft 20W has a 33% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 24,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool M2 Color Craft 20W includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not; xTool M2 Color Craft 20W includes a camera, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not; xTool M2 Color Craft 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not.