CO₂ · laser engravers

Easiest CO₂ setup for crafters who want zero tinkering

Glowforge's compact CO₂ laser designed for crafters. Easy software, quick setup, and decent cutting for thin materials. The catch: premium hardware price plus required subscription for full features, and a smaller work area than xTool P2.

Pass-through CO₂ crafting for long materials with zero-config software

The Glowforge Pro adds passthrough slot for long materials and stronger CO₂ performance vs Aura. Still cloud-dependent with subscription pressure. Best for design-focused crafters who refuse to touch LightBurn: not for cost-sensitive makers.

Connected enclosed CO₂ for acrylic and wood small business work

Gweike Cloud Pro offers enclosed CO₂ cutting with cloud features and competitive pricing vs xTool P2. Good mid-premium CO₂ if you want LightBurn and community support. Verify local warranty before buying.

Professional cutting of acrylic, wood & leather for small businesses

The xTool P2 is a 55W enclosed CO₂ laser with a large work area and camera alignment. It cuts acrylic and wood far better than any diode laser. Expensive, but the closest thing to a 'set up and run a small shop' desktop machine.

Next-gen enclosed CO₂ for small businesses cutting acrylic and wood

The P2S refines the original P2 with better software and autofocus. Same 55W CO₂ class for acrylic and wood production. Still xTool's main enclosed CO₂ below the P3 flagship: choose P3 if you need 80W and automation; P2S if 55W and budget fit.

Mid-range CO₂ production for signs, acrylic & wood shops

Monport sits between budget K40 machines and premium enclosed CO₂ like xTool P2. The 55W desktop models offer real cutting power with improved build quality and optional autofocus. Still needs ventilation, but closer to 'business ready' than a stock K40.

Entry CO₂ cutting with fewer mandatory mods than classic K40

Monport's 40W desktop CO₂ sits alongside OMTech K40 class with often better out-of-box experience. Entry CO₂ for acrylic and wood. Ventilation and learning still required.

Compact desktop CO₂ for acrylic and wood without full K40 bulk

OMTech Polar packs CO₂ cutting into a smaller desktop footprint than traditional K40 boxes. Good bridge between diode frustration and full workshop CO₂. Still needs ventilation and learning curve.

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

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.

Connected desktop CO₂ for acrylic and wood production

Gweike Cloud 55W is a CO₂ desktop in the Gweike Cloud line with app/cloud features and rotary options. Alternative to Cloud Pro II listings: verify exact tube wattage and bed size on your SKU.

Camera-assisted desktop CO₂ for signage and acrylic work

Monport Reno45 Pro Vision adds camera-assisted autofocus and a 45W CO₂ tube in a desktop format. Strong acrylic/wood cutter for makers stepping up from diode: plan ventilation and space.

Budget CO₂ cutting for makers willing to upgrade and maintain

The modern evolution of the famous K40. Real CO₂ cutting power at the lowest CO₂ price point. Excellent value if you enjoy upgrading and fixing things. Wrong choice if you want plug-and-play out of the box.

Desktop CO₂ for acrylic cutting and wood production beyond diode limits

AtomStack Hurricane brings CO₂ cutting to Atomstack buyers who outgrew diodes. Cuts acrylic and wood thicker than any diode in this price class. Requires space, ventilation, and water cooling discipline: not apartment-friendly.

Entry Gweike Cloud CO₂ without 55W pricing

Gweike Cloud 50W is the lower-power Cloud CO₂ desktop cutter: acrylic, wood, and leather at a smaller price than Cloud 55W/Pro, still enclosed-class workflow with rotary bundles common.

High-power CO₂ production for sign shops cutting thick acrylic & wood daily

OMTech's 80W desktop/floor CO₂ machines target sign shops and serious makers who need faster cuts on thick acrylic and wood. More power, larger beds, and higher price than K40 class. Expect setup, ventilation, and maintenance: not plug-and-play.