Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode vs xTool S1 40W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 610 × 305 mm | 498 × 319 mm |
| Max Speed | 168,000 mm/min | 36,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | Yes |
| Air Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $14,000 | $2,499 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Weight | 91 kg | 20 kg |
Pros & Cons
Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
What we like
- First industrial-grade diode plotter — far exceeds hobby diode lasers in build quality
- Marks metals directly (anodized aluminum, steel, titanium) without additives
- InPack™ dust protection, integrated air assist, low maintenance
- Ruby® software with ERP/MES integration via open API
- CE & FDA compliant, true professional safety enclosure
Watch out for
- Price is quote-only and well above consumer diode lasers
- Diode wavelength: cannot engrave clear acrylic or glass (unlike CO2)
- No WiFi standard
- Requires exhaust system (sold separately)
xTool S1 40W
What we like
- Cuts 18mm wood and 15mm acrylic in one pass
- Can mark and score thin stainless steel
- Full Class 1 enclosure — no safety glasses required
- Built-in camera for precise placement
- Autofocus and air assist included
- Same fast 36,000 mm/min (600 mm/s) speed as 20W
Watch out for
- Significantly pricier than the 20W variant
- Heavier than open-frame equivalents
- Enclosure limits maximum material height
- Diode still falls short of CO₂ for thick acrylic or glass
Compatible Materials
Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode
Metal EngravingAnodized AluminumplasticLeatherWoodPaperFabricStone
xTool S1 40W
WoodAcrylicLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneMetal EngravingAnodized Aluminumstainless steel
The xTool S1 40W costs $2,499 (82% less) than the Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode, which is priced at $14,000.
Both machines share the same 40W optical power rating.
The Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode offers a 15% larger work area (610 × 305 mm vs 498 × 319 mm).
The Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode has a 79% higher maximum speed (168,000 mm/min vs 36,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, xTool S1 40W includes a camera, while Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode does not; xTool S1 40W includes WiFi connectivity, while Trotec Speedy 100 cross 40W Diode does not.