Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W
#3 in DiodeFull review
An enclosed, autofocusing 22 W laser with a camera for small shops that want speed without CO2 upkeep. Pick it over the 40 W if you mostly engrave.
Amazon $899$899
The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W is the better laser engraver overall, rated 3.9 to 3.4. The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W leads on features. The Atomstack A20 Pro V2 wins on value. The Atomstack A20 Pro V2 costs $530 less ($369 vs $899).
Atomstack A20 Pro V2
#12 in DiodeFull review
A cheap 20 W open frame laser for hobbyists who want to cut 3 mm plywood and engrave quickly. Budget for air assist.
Amazon $389.99 AtomStack $369$369
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W for features (enclosed, camera, air assist, autofocus vs none of the four).
- Choose the Atomstack A20 Pro V2 for value ($18.45 per optical watt ($369, 20 W) vs $40.86 per optical watt ($899, 22 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every diode laser engraver; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W | Atomstack A20 Pro V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 47 $40.86 per optical watt ($899, 22 W) | 89 $18.45 per optical watt ($369, 20 W) |
| Work area 15% | 86 355 x 390 mm work area | 91 400 x 365 mm work area |
| Features 30% | 100 enclosed, camera, air assist, autofocus | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 50 1-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Creality Falcon2 Pro S 22W | Atomstack A20 Pro V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode | Diode |
| Optical power | 22 W | 20 W |
| Electrical input | 120 W | - |
| Work area | 355 x 390 mm | 400 x 365 mm |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Safety class | Class 1 | - |
| Features | ||
| Enclosed | Yes | No |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Air assist | Yes | No |
| Autofocus | Yes | - |
| Weight | 59.3 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |