LONGER Ray5 20W vs TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro
Verdict
On our scores the LONGER Ray5 20W comes out ahead, 66 to 48. The LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 365 mm work area; the TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro is a 5.5 W diode laser with 300 × 300 mm. The TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro costs about $260.99 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 TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro is best for
Curious beginners on a tight budget who mainly want to engrave wood, leather and coated items.Specs and scores side by side
| LONGER Ray5 20W | TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Diode laser | Diode laser |
| Form | Open frame | Open frame |
| Optical power | 20 W | 5.5 W |
| Work area | 400 × 365 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Max speed | 10,000 mm/min (about 167 mm/s) | 30,000 mm/min claimed (about 500 mm/s); older text on the same page says 10,000 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 only a small filter shroud on the laser head; TwoTrees lists no flame sensor or emergency stop. Goggles are required |
| Weight | not published | 3.2 kg |
| Price | $419.99 | $159 |
| Overall score | 66 | 48 |
| Power score | 65 | 27 |
| Speed score | 38 | 50 |
| Ease score | 58 | 45 |
| Safety score | 38 | 25 |
| Value score | 76 | 62 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the LONGER Ray5 20W or the TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro?
On our scores the LONGER Ray5 20W comes out ahead, 66 to 48. The LONGER Ray5 20W is a 20 W diode laser with a 400 × 365 mm work area; the TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro is a 5.5 W diode laser with 300 × 300 mm. The TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro costs about $260.99 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the LONGER Ray5 20W or the TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro?
At list price the TwoTrees TTS-55 Pro ($159) 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).