LONGER Ray5 20W vs Sculpfun S30 Pro Max
Verdict
On our scores the LONGER Ray5 20W comes out ahead, 66 to 64. The LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 365 mm work area; the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max is a 20 W diode laser with 370 × 360 mm. The LONGER Ray5 20W costs about $60 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 Sculpfun S30 Pro Max is best for
Budget buyers who want 20W of cutting power for wood and leather and are happy to drive it from LightBurn on a laptop.Specs and scores side by side
| LONGER Ray5 20W | Sculpfun S30 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Open frame |
| Optical power | 20 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 400 × 365 mm | 370 × 360 mm |
| Max speed | 10,000 mm/min (about 167 mm/s) | 100 mm/s (6,000 mm/min firmware limit) |
| Air assist | Optional extra | Included |
| 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; detachable acrylic eye shield around the laser and limit switches; Sculpfun lists no flame sensor, tilt sensor or emergency stop |
| Weight | not published | not published |
| Price | $419.99 | $479.99 |
| Overall score | 66 | 64 |
| Power score | 65 | 65 |
| Speed score | 38 | 30 |
| Ease score | 58 | 48 |
| Safety score | 38 | 28 |
| Value score | 76 | 78 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the LONGER Ray5 20W or the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max?
On our scores the LONGER Ray5 20W comes out ahead, 66 to 64. The LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 365 mm work area; the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max is a 20 W diode laser with 370 × 360 mm. The LONGER Ray5 20W costs about $60 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the LONGER Ray5 20W or the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max?
At list price the LONGER Ray5 20W ($419.99) costs less than the Sculpfun S30 Pro Max ($479.99).
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).