AtomStack A24 Pro vs LONGER Ray5 20W
Verdict
On our scores these two are tied at 66/100, so the choice comes down to what you make. The AtomStack A24 Pro is a 24 W diode laser with a 365 × 305 mm work area; the LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with 400 × 365 mm. The LONGER Ray5 20W costs about $99.01 less at list price.
The AtomStack A24 Pro is best for
Beginners and hobbyists on a budget who want a fast, ready-assembled 24W diode for engraving and cutting wood and leather up to about 10 mm.The LONGER Ray5 20W is best for
Beginners who want 20W cutting power, a touchscreen and Wi-Fi at a budget price and can add air assist later.Specs and scores side by side
| AtomStack A24 Pro | LONGER Ray5 20W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Open frame |
| Optical power | 24 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 365 × 305 mm | 400 × 365 mm |
| Max speed | 600 mm/s (36,000 mm/min) | 10,000 mm/min (about 167 mm/s) |
| Air assist | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| Camera | No | No |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Safety | Open frame with an exposed Class 4 beam; flame and tilt detection, emergency power switch and a key switch lock; an enclosure is sold separately | Open frame with emergency stop, flame sensor, motion (tilt) sensor, limit switches and a blue-light shield on the module. No enclosure, so goggles are required |
| Weight | 16 kg | not published |
| Price | $459 | $359.99 |
| Overall score | 66 | 66 |
| Power score | 68 | 65 |
| Speed score | 65 | 38 |
| Ease score | 64 | 58 |
| Safety score | 40 | 38 |
| Value score | 76 | 76 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the AtomStack A24 Pro or the LONGER Ray5 20W?
On our scores these two are tied at 66/100, so the choice comes down to what you make. The AtomStack A24 Pro is a 24 W diode laser with a 365 × 305 mm work area; the LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with 400 × 365 mm. The LONGER Ray5 20W costs about $99.01 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the AtomStack A24 Pro or the LONGER Ray5 20W?
At list price the LONGER Ray5 20W ($359.99) costs less than the AtomStack A24 Pro ($459).
How we rank: by our own scores for power, speed, ease of use, safety and value, from the maker's published specs and independent tests where they exist. Some links earn us a commission (for example TwoTrees, SainSmart, Gweike and Amazon). That never changes a score or the order of a list (disclosure).