How we score

Each model gets a score from 0 to 10. It is the average of section scores (for example display, performance, battery), and each section score is built from the specs that matter for it.

For every spec we look at where the model stands among models of the same type: being better than 90% of them gives almost the full mark for that spec, being in the middle gives about half. Weights reflect how much a spec matters for buyers. Missing data does not count against a model.

Comparisons list every spec where one model is measurably better (by more than 2%), ordered by importance and size of the difference.

Score sections

• Power & cutting — Laser output power, Second laser output power, Spindle power, Max spindle speed, Max cutting depth – wood / plywood (one pass), Max cutting depth – acrylic
• Speed — Max engraving / travel speed
• Precision — Laser spot size, Positioning accuracy, Closed-loop motors / servos, Linear rails, Ball screws
• Work area — Work area (surface), Max workpiece height, Z travel, Pass-through slot, Conveyor / roll feeder support
• Safety — Enclosed (fully covered), Laser safety class, Flame / fire detection, Emergency stop button, Tilt / movement sensor, Lid interlock, Built-in fume filter / purifier
• Features & ease of use — Air assist, Built-in camera, Autofocus / auto height, Rotary attachment support, Wi-Fi, Phone app control, Touchscreen / control panel, Offline engraving (no computer), LightBurn compatible, Automatic tool changer, Tool length / Z probe, Laser module option (CNC)