Creality Falcon A1 10W vs Glowforge Pro HD
Verdict
On our scores the Creality Falcon A1 10W comes out ahead, 70 to 66. The Creality Falcon A1 10W is a 10 W diode laser with a 305 × 381 mm work area; the Glowforge Pro HD is a 45 W co2 laser with 495 × 279 mm. The Creality Falcon A1 10W costs about $7,450 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 Glowforge Pro HD is best for
Small businesses, schools and makerspaces that will pay a large premium for the easiest browser-based CO2 workflow.Specs and scores side by side
| Creality Falcon A1 10W | Glowforge Pro HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | CO2 laser |
| Form | Enclosed | Enclosed |
| Optical power | 10 W | 45 W |
| Work area | 305 × 381 mm | 495 × 279 mm |
| Max speed | 600 mm/s | n/a |
| Air assist | Included | Built in |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Safety | Class 1 (FDA) enclosure with lid-open stop, emergency stop button and built-in extraction fan | Enclosed with lid and rear door interlocks, but rated Class 4 because of the passthrough slot; UL certified, no emergency stop button |
| Weight | 15.55 kg | 25 kg |
| Price | $549 | $7,999 |
| Overall score | 70 | 66 |
| Power score | 45 | 76 |
| Speed score | 70 | 60 |
| Ease score | 84 | 93 |
| Safety score | 88 | 82 |
| Value score | 66 | 38 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Creality Falcon A1 10W or the Glowforge Pro HD?
On our scores the Creality Falcon A1 10W comes out ahead, 70 to 66. The Creality Falcon A1 10W is a 10 W diode laser with a 305 × 381 mm work area; the Glowforge Pro HD is a 45 W co2 laser with 495 × 279 mm. The Creality Falcon A1 10W costs about $7,450 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the Creality Falcon A1 10W or the Glowforge Pro HD?
At list price the Creality Falcon A1 10W ($549) costs less than the Glowforge Pro HD ($7,999).
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