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Algolaser MK3 15W vs Ikier Flex 12W

What MK3 15W does better (2) and where Flex 12W wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Algolaser MK3 15W
Algolaser · 2026MK3 15W
7.4Score
2 advantages≈ US$310
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Ikier Flex 12W
Ikier · 2026Flex 12W
5.0Score
1 advantage≈ US$310
7.0Power & cutting6.7
4.9Safety7.7
8.2Features & ease of use4.3

Why is MK3 15W better than Flex 12W?

  1. Laser output power15 W vs 12 W+25%
  2. Built-in cameraYes · Flex 12W: No

Why is Flex 12W better than MK3 15W?

  1. Enclosed (fully covered)No · MK3 15W: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Algolaser MK3 15WAlgolaser MK3 15W≈ US$3107.4
Ikier Flex 12WIkier Flex 12W≈ US$3105.0
General
Laser sourcesBlue diode (≈455 nm)Blue diode (≈455 nm)
Motion systemGantry (XY rails)Gantry (XY rails)
Two laser sourcesNoNo
Laser power
Laser output power15 W12 W
Work area
Max workpiece height—50 mm
Work-area extension kitYes—
Speed & cutting
Max engraving / travel speed—167 mm/s
Precision
Positioning accuracy—0.1 mm
Safety
Enclosed (fully covered)NoYes
Laser safety class—Class 1 (eye-safe, enclosed)
Flame / fire detectionNoNo
Tilt / movement sensor—Yes
Built-in fume filter / purifierYes—
Features
Air assistYesYes
Built-in cameraYesNo
Autofocus / auto heightNoNo
Rotary attachment supportYes—
Touchscreen / control panelYes—
Connectivity & software
Connections—USB
Wi-Fi—No
USB—Yes
Compatible softwareLightBurnAtomStack Studio
LightBurn compatibleYes—
Size & power
Width—265 mm
Depth—303 mm
Height—185 mm
Weight—3 kg
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