Creality Falcon2 22W vs TwoTrees TS2 10W
Verdict
On our scores the Creality Falcon2 22W comes out ahead, 72 to 62. The Creality Falcon2 22W is a 22 W diode laser with a 400 × 415 mm work area; the TwoTrees TS2 10W is a 10 W diode laser with 450 × 450 mm. The TwoTrees TS2 10W costs about $292 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 TwoTrees TS2 10W is best for
Budget buyers who want a large bed, autofocus and Wi-Fi and do not mind assembling a kit.Specs and scores side by side
| Creality Falcon2 22W | TwoTrees TS2 10W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Open frame |
| Optical power | 22 W | 10 W |
| Work area | 400 × 415 mm | 450 × 450 mm |
| Max speed | 25,000 mm/min (about 417 mm/s) | 10,000 mm/min (about 167 mm/s) |
| Air assist | Built in | Optional extra |
| Camera | No | No |
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| 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 | Open frame with flame detector, emergency stop button and automatic laser shut-off when idle. No enclosure, so goggles are required |
| Weight | 7.18 kg | 6.5 kg |
| Price | $549 | $257 |
| Overall score | 72 | 62 |
| Power score | 65 | 45 |
| Speed score | 60 | 38 |
| Ease score | 62 | 55 |
| Safety score | 40 | 35 |
| Value score | 72 | 78 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Creality Falcon2 22W or the TwoTrees TS2 10W?
On our scores the Creality Falcon2 22W comes out ahead, 72 to 62. The Creality Falcon2 22W is a 22 W diode laser with a 400 × 415 mm work area; the TwoTrees TS2 10W is a 10 W diode laser with 450 × 450 mm. The TwoTrees TS2 10W costs about $292 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the Creality Falcon2 22W or the TwoTrees TS2 10W?
At list price the TwoTrees TS2 10W ($257) costs less than the Creality Falcon2 22W ($549).
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).