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AtomStack X40 Max vs Aufero AL3 20W

What X40 Max does better (0) and where AL3 20W wins (0) — every spec side by side.

AtomStack X40 Max
AtomStack · 2025X40 Max
7.4Score
0 advantages≈ US$850
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Aufero AL3 20W
Aufero · 2025AL3 20W
0 advantages≈ US$600

Why is X40 Max better than AL3 20W?

X40 Max has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is AL3 20W better than X40 Max?

AL3 20W has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

AtomStack X40 MaxAtomStack X40 Max≈ US$8507.4
Aufero AL3 20WAufero AL3 20W≈ US$600
General
Laser sourcesBlue diode (≈455 nm)Blue diode (≈455 nm)
Motion systemGantry (XY rails)Gantry (XY rails)
Two laser sourcesNoNo
Laser power
Laser output power—20 W
Work area
Work area800 × 400 mm—
Work area width (X)800 mm—
Work area depth (Y)400 mm—
Work area (surface)3,200 cm²—
Speed & cutting
Max cutting depth – wood / plywood (one pass)25 mm—
Precision
Laser spot size0.1 mm—
Linear railsYes—
Safety
Enclosed (fully covered)No—
Flame / fire detectionNo—
Emergency stop buttonYes—
Features
Air assistYesYes
Built-in cameraNo—
Autofocus / auto heightNo—
Rotary attachment support—Yes
Connectivity & software
ConnectionsSD / USB drive—
SD / TF cardYes—
Phone app controlYes—
Compatible softwareLightBurn, LaserGRBL—
LightBurn compatibleYes—
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