LONGER Ray5 20W vs Ortur Laser Master 3
Verdict
On our scores these two are tied at 66/100, so the choice comes down to what you make. The LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 365 mm work area; the Ortur Laser Master 3 is a 10 W diode laser with 400 × 400 mm. The Ortur Laser Master 3 costs about $120 less at list price.
The LONGER Ray5 20W is best for
Beginners who want 20W cutting power, a touchscreen and Wi-Fi at a budget price and can add air assist later.The Ortur Laser Master 3 is best for
First-time buyers who mainly engrave wood, leather and coated metal and want a quick, well-protected open frame for about $300.Specs and scores side by side
| LONGER Ray5 20W | Ortur Laser Master 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Open frame |
| Optical power | 20 W | 10 W |
| Work area | 400 × 365 mm | 400 × 400 mm |
| Max speed | 10,000 mm/min (about 167 mm/s) | 333 mm/s (20,000 mm/min) |
| Air assist | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| Camera | No | No |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Safety | Open frame with emergency stop, flame sensor, motion (tilt) sensor, limit switches and a blue-light shield on the module. No enclosure, so goggles are required | Open frame with an exposed Class 4 beam; emergency stop, removable safety key, tilt detection, laser exposure time limit, USB connection monitor and active position protection; no flame detection in Ortur's safety list |
| Weight | not published | not published |
| Price | $419.99 | $299.99 |
| Overall score | 66 | 66 |
| Power score | 65 | 45 |
| Speed score | 38 | 55 |
| Ease score | 58 | 65 |
| Safety score | 38 | 40 |
| Value score | 76 | 84 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the LONGER Ray5 20W or the Ortur Laser Master 3?
On our scores these two are tied at 66/100, so the choice comes down to what you make. The LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 365 mm work area; the Ortur Laser Master 3 is a 10 W diode laser with 400 × 400 mm. The Ortur Laser Master 3 costs about $120 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the LONGER Ray5 20W or the Ortur Laser Master 3?
At list price the Ortur Laser Master 3 ($299.99) costs less than the LONGER Ray5 20W ($419.99).
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).