Picking your first laser cutter can be a hard and difficult decision. All machines will have their pros and cons, the most important thing is to just start with what you can afford on a max budget. Some will be budget friendly, some will be easy to use, some will have features others will not, some will have better support. The important thing is to work through whatever you have, build your business and learn. Below is my recommended laser machines/brands that i am familiar with.

Omtech Lasers

My machine 130 w Omtech laser v1: Link

130w Omtech newer version laser v2: Link

Suggested good all around 100W Omtech laser v2 ($3-5K): Link

Suggested starter 60w laser v2: Link

Polar 50w with chiller laser: Link

Polar+ 55w NEW model with chiller and rotary all in one (under 3k): Link

Pronto 130w machine v3 ($7-9K): Link

Pronto 80w machine v3 ($4-6K): Link

Pronto 100w machine v3 ($5-7K): Link

Omtech Pro, top of the line 80w and 100w, built in chiller v4: Link

Omtech chiller (required for 80-150W)-: Link

 

V1, good starter machine, does the job great but some models may require a stand/table as it doesnt have a lower box more compact.

v2 basically a newer design, same features.

v3 faster cutting and engraving, stronger build quality and accuracy, better built in air extractor, laser alignment red dot, fire safety built in.

v4 mostly same features as v3, better lens holders, top tier build quality, touch screen panel and ability to cut full metal which no other competitor on the market can do built in.

Omtech Laser Discount code for 5% off use code “makeit”

Xtool

Xtool D1 hobby laser: Link
Great starter hobby diode machine, under $600.

Xtool S1 starter: Link
Starts at under $800, great option for a diode.

Xtool M1 all in one craft machine: Link
All in one laser, printer and vinyl cutter

Xtool p2: Link
Good machine with simple use and software, co2.

Xtool f1: Link
Great compact machine for small projects and even tradeshows. Dual power can do most materials and engrave metals.

Xtool f1 Ultra: LInk
Big brother to the f1 ultra, bigger sized but still compact. Infrared laser and fiber! Great for getting things done in a wide variety of materials. More power to do deeper engravings and wider range of materials.

Both f1 machines are better suited for smaller projects due to a 8″ or smaller working area.

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