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xTool

Premium diode, CO₂, fiber, and modular galvo platforms for makers and small shops.

Known for

Polished consumer lasers with strong software and one of the widest maker-focused catalogs.

xTool started with approachable diode engravers and grew into a full-stack laser brand: open-frame cutters, enclosed P-series units, CO₂ F-series, fiber/MOPA bundles, and the modular T1 galvo platform.

They are recognized for packaging hardware with usable software (xTool Creative Space, LightBurn on many SKUs) and for shipping complete starter experiences rather than bare frames alone.

Strengths

Where the brand earns its reputation

  • Broadest catalog in the maker space: diode, CO₂, fiber, UV, and modular galvo
  • Consistent UX and documentation compared with many budget OEM brands
  • Strong community presence and frequent firmware updates on flagship lines
  • Enclosed options (P, S, F) for safer home and classroom use

Weaknesses

Honest limits before you buy

  • Premium pricing versus Chinese open-frame competitors at similar wattage
  • Modular T1 roadmap can exceed the cost of a single integrated hybrid if you buy every head
  • Proprietary workflows on some models; verify LightBurn support before buying
  • Replacement parts and official modules cost more than DIY frame brands

Flagship product

xTool D1 Pro

xTool D1 Pro laser engraver by xTool

The D1 Pro is xTool's reference open-frame diode: multiple power tiers, large community, and the machine most makers mean when they say they bought an xTool. It balances work area, speed, and polish without jumping to enclosed CO₂ pricing.

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Compare xTool to other brands

See how xTool stacks up against its closest rivals — then drill into specific models.

All models

Every xTool line on Maker Atlas, grouped by platform and power tier.

xTool · laser engravers

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xTool F2 laser engraver by xTool
Engraving & cutting
8.6
xToolHybrid (diode + IR)

xTool F2

15W diode + 5W IR (1064 nm)

Fast portable dual-laser for on-site customization and small-batch metal + wood

220 × 220 mm2025

xTool F2 (2025) upgrades the F1 formula with more power, a 50MP alignment camera, and up to 6,000 mm/s galvo speed. Dual-source (diode + infrared) for metal marking and organics in a compact box: xTool Studio only, no LightBurn.

Market vendorsJewelry & toolsMetal marking

$1,799 – $2,199

≈ 1.655 € – 2.023 €

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xTool M1 Ultra laser engraver by xTool
Cutting
8.6
xToolHybrid (diode + blade)

xTool M1 Ultra

10W diode + lame 400 g

Vinyl & paper cutting plus light laser engraving in one machine

385 × 300 mm2024

The M1 Ultra combines a diode laser with a digital blade cutter (like a Cricut on steroids). Cut vinyl, paper, and fabric with the blade; engrave wood and leather with the laser. Niche but powerful if your workflow mixes both: wrong pick if you only want laser cutting.

Sticker makersCraftersVinyl & paper

$1,299 – $1,799

≈ 1.195 € – 1.655 €

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xTool F2 Ultra laser engraver by xTool
Engraving
8.4
xToolHybrid (fiber + diode)

xTool F2 Ultra

20W fiber + 20W diode

High-speed compact metal marking plus bonus diode for wood & leather

150 × 150 mm2025

xTool's updated dual-laser desktop builds on F1 Ultra with improved speed and workflow. Still a metal-marking specialist with small default bed. Premium price for jewelry, tools, and batch metal personalization: not a general workshop replacement.

Metal batch markingJewelry productionKnife makers

$3,999 – $4,599

≈ 3.679 € – 4.231 €

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xTool M2 Color Craft Laser laser engraver by xTool
Cutting
8.3
xToolDiode

Affordable enclosed laser + color print for home crafters and small shops

300 × 300 mm2026

Launched May 2026, the M2 packs laser engraving, cutting, and integrated inkjet color printing into one enclosed desktop at $599. Built for everyday crafters and Etsy sellers who want color + laser without a pro CO₂ budget: not a metal-marking or production cutter.

Home craftersColor gifts & cardsEtsy side business

$549 – $699

≈ 505 € – 643 €

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xTool P3 80W laser engraver by xTool
Engraving & cutting
8.1
xToolCO₂ (CO₂ + IR)

Automated 80W CO₂ production for sign shops and serious small businesses

915 × 458 mm2025Interchangeable modules

xTool P3 (August 2025) replaces the P2/P2S as the company's CO₂ flagship: 80W tube, 915×458 mm bed, integrated chiller, fire suppression, and ACS™ automation (cameras, LiDAR autofocus, AI nesting). Optional 5W IR module adds bare-metal marking. From ~$5,999: built for shops outgrowing diode lasers.

Maximum cuts in lineSpeed-focused hobbyThick soft woods

From $1,299

≈ from 1.195 €

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