OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber vs xTool F1 Ultra
OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber
Score 74/100 · from $2,600 at OMTech, checked Oct 22
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Verdict
On our scores the xTool F1 Ultra comes out ahead, 76 to 74. The OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber is a 50 W galvo fiber laser with a 150 × 150 mm work area; the xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber costs about $399.01 less at list price.
The OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber is best for
Small shops that want a fast 50W metal marker with autofocus and LightBurn out of the box for tags, tools, tumblers and serial numbers.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
| OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber | xTool F1 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Galvo fiber laser | Dual laser |
| Form | Desktop galvo | Desktop galvo |
| Optical power | 50 W | 20 W |
| Work area | 150 × 150 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Max speed | 10000 mm/s (maker claim) | 10,000 mm/s |
| Air assist | None | None |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | Open galvo marker, Class 4, with no enclosure or interlock. Laser key switch and emergency stop on the base, and one pair of safety goggles is in the box | 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 | 27 kg | 14.7 kg |
| Price | $2,600 | $2,999 |
| Overall score | 74 | 76 |
| Power score | 82 | 70 |
| Speed score | 93 | 95 |
| Ease score | 74 | 86 |
| Safety score | 35 | 82 |
| Value score | 80 | 72 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber or the xTool F1 Ultra?
On our scores the xTool F1 Ultra comes out ahead, 76 to 74. The OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber is a 50 W galvo fiber laser with a 150 × 150 mm work area; the xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber costs about $399.01 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber or the xTool F1 Ultra?
At list price the OMTech Galvo 50W Autofocus Fiber ($2,600) 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).