xTool F2 Ultra vs xTool P2S
Verdict
On our scores the xTool P2S comes out ahead, 82 to 80. The xTool F2 Ultra is a 60 W dual laser with a 220 × 220 mm work area; the xTool P2S is a 55 W co2 laser with 600 × 308 mm. The xTool P2S costs about $2,300 less at list price.
The xTool F2 Ultra is best for
Small businesses doing paid metal personalization, such as jewelry, tumblers, tools and nameplates, at volume.The xTool P2S is best for
Makers and small businesses who want a real CO2 cutter for wood and acrylic products without building a dedicated laser room.Specs and scores side by side
| xTool F2 Ultra | xTool P2S | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Dual laser | CO2 laser |
| Form | Desktop galvo | Enclosed |
| Optical power | 60 W | 55 W |
| Work area | 220 × 220 mm | 600 × 308 mm |
| Max speed | 15,000 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Air assist | None | Built in |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | 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) | Enclosed with automatic lid lock, AI flame detection and emergency stop; sold as a Class 1 version (lid and baseplate interlocks) and a Class 4 version |
| Weight | 21.6 kg | 45 kg |
| Price | $5,299 | $2,999 |
| Overall score | 80 | 82 |
| Power score | 85 | 82 |
| Speed score | 95 | 66 |
| Ease score | 88 | 88 |
| Safety score | 78 | 85 |
| Value score | 62 | 80 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the xTool F2 Ultra or the xTool P2S?
On our scores the xTool P2S comes out ahead, 82 to 80. The xTool F2 Ultra is a 60 W dual laser with a 220 × 220 mm work area; the xTool P2S is a 55 W co2 laser with 600 × 308 mm. The xTool P2S costs about $2,300 less at list price.
Which is cheaper, the xTool F2 Ultra or the xTool P2S?
At list price the xTool P2S ($2,999) costs less than the xTool F2 Ultra ($5,299).
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).