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Algolaser MK3 20W vs xTool M2 10W

What MK3 20W does better (1) and where M2 10W wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Algolaser MK3 20W
Algolaser · 2026MK3 20W
7.9Score
1 advantage≈ US$560
Higher score
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xTool M2 10W
xTool · 2026M2 10W
6.6Score
1 advantage≈ US$500
7.7Power & cutting5.9
4.9Safety7.2
8.2Features & ease of use7.2

Why is MK3 20W better than M2 10W?

  1. Laser output power20 W vs 10 W2×

Why is M2 10W better than MK3 20W?

  1. Enclosed (fully covered)No · MK3 20W: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Algolaser MK3 20WAlgolaser MK3 20W≈ US$5607.9
xTool M2 10WxTool M2 10W≈ US$5006.6
General
Laser sourcesBlue diode (≈455 nm)Blue diode (≈455 nm)
Motion systemGantry (XY rails)Gantry (XY rails)
Two laser sourcesNo—
Laser power
Laser output power20 W10 W
Work area
Work-area extension kitYes—
Safety
Enclosed (fully covered)NoYes
Laser safety class—Class 1 (eye-safe, enclosed)
Flame / fire detectionNo—
Built-in fume filter / purifierYes—
Features
Air assistYes—
Built-in cameraYesYes
Autofocus / auto heightNo—
Rotary attachment supportYes—
Touchscreen / control panelYes—
Offline engraving (no computer)—Yes
Laser module option (CNC)—Yes
Connectivity & software
Compatible softwareLightBurn—
LightBurn compatibleYes—
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