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Algolaser MK2 10W vs Wainlux X1 5W

What MK2 10W does better (3) and where X1 5W wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Algolaser MK2 10W
Algolaser · 2024MK2 10W
6.4Score
3 advantages≈ US$290
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Wainlux X1 5W
Wainlux · 2024X1 5W
5.1Score
1 advantage≈ US$300
5.7Power & cutting2.9
4.9Safety6.4
8.7Features & ease of use2.4

Why is MK2 10W better than X1 5W?

  1. Laser output power10 W vs 5 W2×
  2. Air assistYes · X1 5W: No
  3. Built-in cameraYes · X1 5W: No

Why is X1 5W better than MK2 10W?

  1. Flame / fire detectionNo · MK2 10W: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Algolaser MK2 10WAlgolaser MK2 10W≈ US$2906.4
Wainlux X1 5WWainlux X1 5W≈ US$3005.1
General
Laser sourcesBlue diode (≈455 nm)Blue diode (≈455 nm)
Motion systemGantry (XY rails)Gantry (XY rails)
Two laser sourcesNoNo
Laser power
Laser output power10 W5 W
Work area
Work-area extension kitYesYes
Speed & cutting
Max cutting depth – wood / plywood (one pass)—6 mm
Max cutting depth – acrylic—5 mm
Precision
Positioning accuracy—0.01 mm
Safety
Enclosed (fully covered)NoNo
Flame / fire detectionNoYes
Built-in fume filter / purifierYes—
Features
Air assistYesNo
Built-in cameraYesNo
Autofocus / auto heightNoNo
Rotary attachment supportYes—
Connectivity & software
Compatible softwareLightBurn—
LightBurn compatibleYes—
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