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Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W vs Creality Falcon2 22W

Spec-by-spec breakdown of the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W and the Creality Falcon2 22W: scores, pricing, cutting performance, software, and what each machine is really best at.

Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W laser engraver by Sculpfun

7.9

Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W

Sculpfun · Diode

The 22W S30 Ultra is what Sculpfun sells today as the top open-frame Ultra config (often bundled with LightBurn). Best cut headroom in the family; do not confuse with older 10W or 20W listings.

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Creality Falcon2 22W laser engraver by Creality

7.8

Creality Falcon2 22W

Creality · Diode

Creality Falcon2 22W is the 22W SKU on the Creality creality falcon2 line. The base Falcon2 12W is Creality's affordable open-frame diode. Verify optical power on the listing: do not assume combined-watt marketing.

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Our verdict

Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W

5 spec wins

Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W wins on

ScoreCapabilityBuild qualityEngraves+1

Creality Falcon2 22W

4 spec wins

Creality Falcon2 22W wins on

Value scoreEase of usePriceWork area

Overall, the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W takes it: 7.9 vs 7.8 in our scoring.

SpecSculpfun S30 Ultra 22WCreality Falcon2 22W
Overview
BrandSculpfunCreality
Laser typeDiodeDiode
Main focusBuilt mainly for cutting shapes and partsBuilt mainly for cutting shapes and parts
Main objectiveFaster cutting and deeper hobby cuts while keeping solid engraving capabilityFaster cutting and deeper hobby cuts while keeping solid engraving capability
Best for
  • Faster cutting
  • Thicker basswood
  • Panel work
  • Upgrade from 10W
  • Faster cutting
  • Thicker basswood
  • Panel work
  • Upgrade from 10W
Scores
ScoreBest7.97.8
Value score7.8Best8.1
Ease of use7.8Best8.2
CapabilityBest7.67.2
Build qualityBest8.07.8
Pricing
Price

$690

635 €

22W module: common LightBurn bundle

Best

$449 – $599

413 € – 551 €

22W optical module: verify SKU before buying

Hardware
Power22W diode22W diode
Work area410 × 400 mmBest400 × 415 mm
Precision0.01 mm0.01 mm
Real-world performance
Sample engrave

Filled photo or logo on birch plywood

~7–11 min · 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)

Filled photo or logo on birch plywood

~12–18 min · 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)

Sample cut

Simple square cut-out from 3 mm basswood

~4–7 min · 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)

Simple square cut-out from 3 mm basswood

~6–10 min · 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)

Spot size~0.08 mm spot~0.10 mm spot
Max speed167 mm/s300 mm/s
Materials
EngravesBest
  • Wood
  • Leather
  • Slate
  • Anodized aluminum
  • Stainless (with spray)
  • Wood
  • Leather
  • Slate
  • Anodized aluminum
CutsBest
  • Basswood (up to 8 mm)
  • Dark acrylic (up to 5 mm)
  • Paper
  • Fabric
  • Basswood (up to 8 mm)
  • Paper
  • Thin fabric
Cannot do
  • Clear acrylic
  • Thick acrylic sheets
  • Bare metal
  • Glass engraving (reliably)
  • Thick cuts
  • Clear acrylic
  • Bare metal
  • Production work
Software & connectivity
SoftwareLightBurn, LaserGRBLCreality Laser, LightBurn
ConnectivityUSBUSB
Verdict
TL;DRThe 22W S30 Ultra is what Sculpfun sells today as the top open-frame Ultra config (often bundled with LightBurn). Best cut headroom in the family; do not confuse with older 10W or 20W listings.Creality Falcon2 22W is the 22W SKU on the Creality creality falcon2 line. The base Falcon2 12W is Creality's affordable open-frame diode. Verify optical power on the listing: do not assume combined-watt marketing.
Pros
  • Strongest cut headroom in the line: about 8 mm basswood-class stock in benchmarks
  • 22W: the most cut-focused head in the Sculpfun S30 Ultra line
  • Open-frame: plan laser glasses, exhaust, and workspace rules from day one
  • Software on the profile: trial your workflow on scrap before production
  • Strongest cut headroom in the line: about 8 mm basswood-class stock in benchmarks
  • 22W: the most cut-focused head in the Creality Falcon2 line
  • Open-frame: plan laser glasses, exhaust, and workspace rules from day one
  • Software on the profile: trial your workflow on scrap before production
Cons
  • Clear cast acrylic and thick production cutting still favor CO₂, not diode power alone
  • Confirm optical wattage on the listing before you buy
  • Clear cast acrylic and thick production cutting still favor CO₂, not diode power alone
  • Confirm optical wattage on the listing before you buy

“Best” highlights the strongest spec on paper for that row only — not an overall buying recommendation.

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W or Creality Falcon2 22W?

In our scoring, the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W comes out ahead with 7.9/10 overall versus 7.8/10 for the Creality Falcon2 22W. The detailed table above shows exactly where each machine wins.

Which is cheaper: Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W or Creality Falcon2 22W?

The Creality Falcon2 22W is the more affordable option, starting around $449, versus $690 for the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W.

Which is better for a beginner: Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W or Creality Falcon2 22W?

The Creality Falcon2 22W is the easier machine to start with: it scores 8.2/10 for ease of use, versus 7.8/10 for the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W.

What is the main difference between the Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W and the Creality Falcon2 22W?

The Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W is a Diode laser geared toward cutting, while the Creality Falcon2 22W is a Diode laser geared toward cutting. That difference drives most of the gaps you see in the comparison table.