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 $369The Atomstack A20 Pro V2 is the better laser engraver overall, rated 3.4 to 2.5. The Atomstack A20 Pro V2 leads on value and work area. The xTool F2 wins on features. The Atomstack A20 Pro V2 costs $780 less ($369 vs $1,149).
For sellers who personalize small items on wood and metal, at home or at events. It is not a sheet cutter.
Amazon $1,149Prices 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 Atomstack A20 Pro V2 for value ($18.45 per optical watt ($369, 20 W) vs $76.60 per optical watt ($1,149, 15 W)) and work area (400 x 365 mm work area vs 115 x 115 mm work area).
- Choose the xTool F2 for features (camera, autofocus vs none of the four).
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 | Atomstack A20 Pro V2 | xTool F2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 89 $18.45 per optical watt ($369, 20 W) | 14 $76.60 per optical watt ($1,149, 15 W) |
| Work area 15% | 91 400 x 365 mm work area | 2 115 x 115 mm work area |
| Features 30% | 0 none of the four | 45 camera, autofocus |
| Warranty 20% | 50 1-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Atomstack A20 Pro V2 | xTool F2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode | Diode |
| Optical power | 20 W | 15 W |
| Electrical input | - | 150 W |
| Work area | 400 x 365 mm | 115 x 115 mm |
| Maximum speed | 400 mm/s | 6,000 mm/s |
| Safety class | - | Class 4 |
| Features | ||
| Enclosed | No | No |
| Camera | No | Yes |
| Air assist | No | No |
| Autofocus | - | Yes |
| Weight | - | 10.1 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2025-10 |
