![]() ![]() However, it's important to note that xTool has just launched a successor, the P1, which looks like it'll probably be better. That makes it the best laser cutter for crafter we've used to date. No wonder it's a Red Dot Award-winning design, the combination of tools plus a compact design means the xTool M1 really stands out. ![]() The xTool M1 laser cutter is something quite different to the other machines on my list as it features both laser and a blade cutting technology inside its curved, neatly designed box of tricks. If you can spend the extra time getting used to its ways, though, then this is a real bargain. That means there's quite a steep learning curve, and if you're using it for business then that's going to take the shine off the lower price (because after all, time is money). The main downsides are that there's no autofocus, and there's a lack of instructions or guidance for how to use it. There's a pre-configured and fully editable material settings library on board, and a built-in 5MP camera for positioning your material precisely.Īlong with your laser cutter, you get a material pack, including laser plywood, acrylic and corrugated card, an extractor fan and a tool kit, including lens cleaning cotton swabs, allen key set and laser alignment targets to assist with routine maintenance.Īll in all, this is a great choice for a home or small workshop, if you need plenty of power. This enables you to control a variety of cutting and engraving techniques in one cutting cycle with multiple layers. It can also be controlled by Gweike's offline software or Lightburn. It comes with cloud-based laser software which links directly with your machine via Wi-Fi. In which case, this 50W CO2 laser cutter from Gweike offers exceptional value.ĭespite being cheaper than the Glowforge Pro, it offers more power (50W) and the company claims it's three times faster at cutting, achieving speeds of up to 600mm/s on the x axis. But it lacks the precision of Glowforge Pro (a 55W model is available that offers an autofocus feature). So if you're looking for a desktop model for personal use rather than using the company account, you want something a bit more affordable yet with power. The Glowforge Pro and xTool P2, above, are both pretty expensive. The results are always great, making this the best laser cutter for small business overall. This Pro model comes with a 'passthrough' slot for large lengths of material, making it an ideal wood laser cutter – you can even make furniture. ![]() It looks like a standard printer but can engrave everything from metal to wood and tiles to paper and leather – it's perfectly suited to every task that requires accurate cutting too, from costume creation to model work. It's this ease of use and clean approach to laser cutting and engraving that ensures the Glowforge makes it to No.1 on my list. It does, however, ideally need to be used with the Glowforge Air Filter accessory. (The Plus and Basic use a 40 watt, Class 1 laser, which is still more powerful than most on this list.) In my Glowforge Pro review this laser cutter impressed with its speed, ease of use and an excellent design app. The Glowforge Pro uses a high-spec Class 4, 45 watt laser which is the most powerful you can get outside of an industrial use. Designs are sent to the machine via a bespoke app, and the Glowforge machines support Windows, Mac and tablet devices. The Glowforge does the same cutting and engraving as many of the best laser cutters on my list, but its design keeps any mess inside the machine (a filter sucks away any dust and debris into an external air filter). This model is the top Glowforge laser cutter, while the brand has a the medium Plus edition and a slightly less powerful Basic model. Glowforge Pro does for laser cutters what Cricut has done for craft cutters this is a beautifully designed 'laser printer' that removes the mess and fuss and packages it all in a clean and approachable device, making it easily the best laser cutter around at the moment (for a price). ![]()
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