AtomStack A40 Pro V2 vs Creality Falcon2 40W
Verdict
On our scores the Creality Falcon2 40W comes out ahead, 78 to 71. The AtomStack A40 Pro V2 is a 48 W diode laser with a 385 × 400 mm work area; the Creality Falcon2 40W is a 40 W diode laser with 400 × 415 mm. The Creality Falcon2 40W costs about $130 less at list price.
The AtomStack A40 Pro V2 is best for
Hobbyists and small sellers who mainly cut wood up to about 15 to 18 mm and want air assist and autofocus without paying for an enclosure.The Creality Falcon2 40W is best for
Makers who cut a lot of plywood and hardwood and want the most diode power per dollar on an open frame.Specs and scores side by side
| AtomStack A40 Pro V2 | Creality Falcon2 40W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Open frame |
| Optical power | 48 W | 40 W |
| Work area | 385 × 400 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Max speed | 500 mm/s (30,000 mm/min) | 25,000 mm/min (about 417 mm/s) |
| Air assist | Included | Built in |
| Camera | No | No |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Safety | Open frame with an exposed Class 4 beam; flame detection, 15 degree tilt detection, limit switches, a combined power and emergency stop switch, and a magnetic protective cover on the module; enclosure sold separately | Open frame with tilt/flip stop, emergency stop, key lock, bidirectional limit switches, filter shroud around the laser and flame, lens and airflow monitoring. No enclosure, so goggles are required |
| Weight | 10 kg | 7.68 kg |
| Price | $769 | $639 |
| Overall score | 71 | 78 |
| Power score | 82 | 80 |
| Speed score | 62 | 60 |
| Ease score | 62 | 62 |
| Safety score | 40 | 40 |
| Value score | 78 | 86 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the AtomStack A40 Pro V2 or the Creality Falcon2 40W?
On our scores the Creality Falcon2 40W comes out ahead, 78 to 71. The AtomStack A40 Pro V2 is a 48 W diode laser with a 385 × 400 mm work area; the Creality Falcon2 40W is a 40 W diode laser with 400 × 415 mm. The Creality Falcon2 40W costs about $130 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the AtomStack A40 Pro V2 or the Creality Falcon2 40W?
At list price the Creality Falcon2 40W ($639) costs less than the AtomStack A40 Pro V2 ($769).
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).