Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W vs xTool S1 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 33 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 590 × 595 mm | 498 × 319 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 | $1,099 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Weight | 9.9 kg | 18 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 S1 20W
What we like
- Full enclosure for safe operation
- Built-in camera for precise positioning
- Autofocus saves setup time
- Extremely fast at 36,000 mm/min
- Excellent build quality and finish
Watch out for
- Premium price compared to open-frame alternatives
- Heavy at 18 kg — not easily portable
- Enclosure limits maximum material height
Compatible Materials
Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal Engraving
xTool S1 20W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal EngravingAnodized Aluminum
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W costs $770 (30% less) than the xTool S1 20W, which is priced at $1,099.
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W has 39% more optical power (33W vs 20W).
The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W offers a 55% larger work area (590 × 595 mm vs 498 × 319 mm).
The xTool S1 20W has a 33% higher maximum speed (36,000 mm/min vs 24,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool S1 20W includes an enclosure, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not; xTool S1 20W includes a camera, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not; xTool S1 20W includes WiFi connectivity, while Sculpfun S30 Ultra 33W does not.