(Updated July 2025)
A desktop laser cutter can turn a spare corner of your house into a micro-factory for wood signs, leather wallets, acrylic key-chains or even personalized Yeti cups. Below are the best-value machines you can order online today, all small enough to fit on a workbench and priced under US $1 500.
- xTool D1 Pro 20 W
- Type: Diode laser, 20 W output
- Work area: 15.7″ × 13.8″ (400 × 350 mm)
- Street price: US $849–$999 on Amazon / xTool.com
- Why buy: Sturdy steel rails, rotary add-on for tumblers, works with LightBurn or xTool Creative Space.
- Best for: Hobbyists who want pro-level accuracy without the pro-level price .
- Ortur Laser Master 3 20 W
- 20 W diode, 400 × 380 mm bed, autofocus + air-assist included.
- Regularly drops to US $999 during flash sales .
- Cuts 15 mm pine in one pass; folds up for storage.
- Creality Falcon2 22 W
- 22 W–60 W modules available; 22 W kit starts at US $799 on Amazon.
- Enclosed version keeps smoke out of the living room .
- Rotary module and honeycomb plate are inexpensive add-ons.
- TOOCAA L2 20 W
- 410 × 410 mm workspace, built-in LED lighting, fume extractor port.
- US $799–$1 299 direct from TOOCAA.com .
- Excellent starter package for STEM educators or Etsy sellers.
- TwoTrees TTS-20 Pro 20 W
- 98 % pre-assembled, 418 × 418 mm bed, US $579 with air-assist & honeycomb .
- Cheapest 20 W class laser you can unpack and run the same day.
- Flux Beamo 30 W CO₂
- True 30 W CO₂ tube; cuts 5 mm acrylic in one pass.
- Footprint only 24 × 17 in—fits under a shelf.
- Street price US $1 999, but often on sale for US $1 599 .
Quick comparison
| Model | Laser & Power | Max Cut Depth (Softwood) | Price Band | Stand-out Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| xTool D1 Pro 20 W | Diode 20 W | 10 mm | $849 – $999 | Rotary-ready, solid frame |
| Ortur LM3 20 W | Diode 20 W | 15 mm | $999 on sale | Folds for storage |
| Falcon2 22 W | Diode 22 W | 12 mm | $799 – $899 | Enclosed option |
| TOOCAA L2 20 W | Diode 20 W | 10 mm | $799 – $1 299 | Built-in lighting & exhaust |
| TTS-20 Pro 20 W | Diode 20 W | 18 mm | $579 | Cheapest 20 W kit |
| Beamo 30 W CO₂ | CO₂ 30 W | 12 mm acrylic | $1 599 on sale | Touch-screen, Wi-Fi |
Buying tips for home workshops
✓ Measure your bench—most of the machines above need 2 ft × 2 ft of space plus room for ventilation.
✓ Diode lasers are quieter and cheaper; CO₂ lasers cut clear acrylic and engrave glass faster.
✓ Always add a $30–$50 inline fan or window vent; fumes are the #1 complaint in apartments.
✓ Check that the seller ships replacement lenses and belts; downtime kills small side-hustles.
Pick the one that matches your budget and materials, order before the next flash sale, and you’ll be lasering custom gifts the same week the box arrives.
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