Creality Falcon2 22W vs SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W
Verdict
On our scores the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W comes out ahead, 76 to 72. The Creality Falcon2 22W is a 22 W diode laser with a 400 × 415 mm work area; the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is a 20 W diode laser with 400 × 400 mm. The Creality Falcon2 22W costs about $150 less at list price.
The Creality Falcon2 22W is best for
Hobbyists who want solid wood and dark acrylic cutting on an open frame with air assist already built in.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 Falcon2 22W | SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Enclosed |
| Optical power | 22 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 400 × 415 mm | 400 × 400 mm |
| Max speed | 25,000 mm/min (about 417 mm/s) | 40,000 mm/min (about 667 mm/s) |
| Air assist | Built in | Included |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Safety | Open frame with tilt/flip stop, emergency stop, key lock, limit switches, filter shroud around the laser and flame, lens and airflow monitoring. No enclosure, so goggles are required | Class 1 enclosure with door sensor, flame sensor, tilt protection, emergency stop and key switch |
| Weight | 7.18 kg | not published |
| Price | $549 | $699 |
| Overall score | 72 | 76 |
| Power score | 65 | 65 |
| Speed score | 60 | 72 |
| Ease score | 62 | 82 |
| Safety score | 40 | 90 |
| Value score | 72 | 80 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Creality Falcon2 22W or the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W?
On our scores the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W comes out ahead, 76 to 72. The Creality Falcon2 22W is a 22 W diode laser with a 400 × 415 mm work area; the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is a 20 W diode laser with 400 × 400 mm. The Creality Falcon2 22W costs about $150 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the Creality Falcon2 22W or the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W?
At list price the Creality Falcon2 22W ($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).