SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W vs xTool F1 Ultra
Verdict
On our scores these two are tied at 76/100, so the choice comes down to what you make. The SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 400 mm work area; the xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W costs about $2,300 less at list price.
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.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
| SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W | xTool F1 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Dual laser |
| Form | Enclosed | Desktop galvo |
| Optical power | 20 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 400 × 400 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Max speed | 40,000 mm/min (about 667 mm/s) | 10,000 mm/s |
| Air assist | Included | None |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Safety | Class 1 enclosure with door sensor, flame sensor, tilt protection, emergency stop and key switch | 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 | not published | 14.7 kg |
| Price | $699 | $2,999 |
| Overall score | 76 | 76 |
| Power score | 65 | 70 |
| Speed score | 72 | 95 |
| Ease score | 82 | 86 |
| Safety score | 90 | 82 |
| Value score | 80 | 72 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W or the xTool F1 Ultra?
On our scores these two are tied at 76/100, so the choice comes down to what you make. The SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 400 mm work area; the xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W costs about $2,300 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W or the xTool F1 Ultra?
At list price the SainSmart Genmitsu L8 20W ($699) 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).