xTool F1 Ultra vs xTool F2 Ultra
Verdict
On our scores the xTool F2 Ultra comes out ahead, 80 to 76. The xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with a 220 × 220 mm work area; the xTool F2 Ultra is a 60 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The xTool F1 Ultra costs about $2,300 less at list price.
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.The xTool F2 Ultra is best for
Small businesses doing paid metal personalization, such as jewelry, tumblers, tools and nameplates, at volume.Specs and scores side by side
| xTool F1 Ultra | xTool F2 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Dual laser | Dual laser |
| Form | Desktop galvo | Desktop galvo |
| Optical power | 20 W | 60 W |
| Work area | 220 × 220 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Max speed | 10,000 mm/s | 15,000 mm/s |
| Air assist | None | None |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | 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 | Enclosed cover with eye-protection window, stop-when-opened interlock, fire safety stop and emergency stop; not a Class 1 product (Class 4 working lasers, Class 3R pointer) |
| Weight | 14.7 kg | 21.6 kg |
| Price | $2,999 | $5,299 |
| Overall score | 76 | 80 |
| Power score | 70 | 85 |
| Speed score | 95 | 95 |
| Ease score | 86 | 88 |
| Safety score | 82 | 78 |
| Value score | 72 | 62 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the xTool F1 Ultra or the xTool F2 Ultra?
On our scores the xTool F2 Ultra comes out ahead, 80 to 76. The xTool F1 Ultra is a 20 W dual laser with a 220 × 220 mm work area; the xTool F2 Ultra is a 60 W dual laser with 220 × 220 mm. The xTool F1 Ultra costs about $2,300 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the xTool F1 Ultra or the xTool F2 Ultra?
At list price the xTool F1 Ultra ($2,999) costs less than the xTool F2 Ultra ($5,299).
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