Creality Falcon A1 10W vs SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W
Verdict
On our scores the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W comes out ahead, 76 to 70. The Creality Falcon A1 10W is a 10 W diode laser with a 305 × 381 mm work area; the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is a 20 W diode laser with 400 × 400 mm. The Creality Falcon A1 10W costs about $150 less at list price.
The Creality Falcon A1 10W is best for
Beginners and families who want a safe, pre-assembled enclosed laser with a camera for engraving and light cutting.The SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is best for
Home users who want a 20W diode in a real Class 1 enclosure with camera and air assist in the box.Specs and scores side by side
| Creality Falcon A1 10W | SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Enclosed | Enclosed |
| Optical power | 10 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 305 × 381 mm | 400 × 400 mm |
| Max speed | 600 mm/s | 40,000 mm/min (about 667 mm/s) |
| Air assist | Included | Included |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Safety | Class 1 (FDA) enclosure with lid-open stop, emergency stop button and built-in extraction fan | Class 1 enclosure with door sensor, flame sensor, tilt protection, emergency stop and key switch |
| Weight | 15.55 kg | not published |
| Price | $549 | $699 |
| Overall score | 70 | 76 |
| Power score | 45 | 65 |
| Speed score | 70 | 72 |
| Ease score | 84 | 82 |
| Safety score | 88 | 90 |
| Value score | 66 | 80 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Creality Falcon A1 10W or the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W?
On our scores the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W comes out ahead, 76 to 70. The Creality Falcon A1 10W is a 10 W diode laser with a 305 × 381 mm work area; the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is a 20 W diode laser with 400 × 400 mm. The Creality Falcon A1 10W costs about $150 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the Creality Falcon A1 10W or the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W?
At list price the Creality Falcon A1 10W ($549) costs less than the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W ($699).
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).