Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode vs xTool F1 Ultra
Verdict
On our scores the xTool F1 Ultra comes out ahead, 76 to 67. The Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode is a 20 W galvo diode laser with a 175 × 175 mm work area; the xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode costs about $750 less at list price.
The Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode is best for
Small businesses that want one enclosed galvo platform for small-item personalization and plan to add fiber, MOPA or UV modules over time.The xTool F1 Ultra is best for
Small businesses and serious hobbyists personalizing metal and wood items in batches, such as tags, jewelry, tumblers and coins.Specs and scores side by side
| Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode | xTool F1 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Galvo diode laser | Dual laser |
| Form | Desktop galvo | Desktop galvo |
| Optical power | 20 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 175 × 175 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Max speed | 10,000 mm/s (galvo, maker claim) | 10,000 mm/s |
| Air assist | None | None |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | Class 1 (FDA) enclosure with lid-open stop, safety key, emergency stop, visual flame detection and airflow and temperature monitoring; not Class 1 in conveyor and rotary modes, which run with the lid open | Enclosed sliding cover with eye-protection window, stop-when-opened interlock, flame detection and emergency stop; xTool documents both Class 1 and Class 4 versions |
| Weight | 24.82 kg | 14.7 kg |
| Price | $2,249 | $2,999 |
| Overall score | 67 | 76 |
| Power score | 65 | 70 |
| Speed score | 90 | 95 |
| Ease score | 80 | 86 |
| Safety score | 85 | 82 |
| Value score | 55 | 72 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode or the xTool F1 Ultra?
On our scores the xTool F1 Ultra comes out ahead, 76 to 67. The Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode is a 20 W galvo diode laser with a 175 × 175 mm work area; the xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode costs about $750 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode or the xTool F1 Ultra?
At list price the Creality Falcon T1 20W Diode ($2,249) costs less than the xTool F1 Ultra ($2,999).
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).