An enclosed, autofocusing 40 W laser with a camera for small shops that want speed without CO2 upkeep. The best fit when cutting thick wood matters.
Amazon $1,349The Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W rates 4.1 among diode laser engravers; the OMTech K40+ 45W rates 4.0 among CO2 ones. The OMTech K40+ 45W costs $579.01 less ($769.99 vs $1,349).

A low cost CO2 starter for tinkerers who want acrylic and glass work on a budget and don’t mind hands on setup. Its small bed rules out signs.
Amazon $769.99Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different laser type classes (diode and CO2), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own laser type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W | OMTech K40+ 45W |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 57 $33.73 per optical watt ($1,349, 40 W) | 100 $17.11 per optical watt ($769.99, 45 W) |
| Work area 15% | 86 355 x 390 mm work area | 1 305 x 203 mm work area |
| Features 30% | 100 enclosed, camera, air assist, autofocus | 55 enclosed, air assist |
| Warranty 20% | 50 1-year warranty | 100 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Creality Falcon2 Pro S 40W | OMTech K40+ 45W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode | CO2 |
| Optical power | 40 W | 45 W |
| Electrical input | 240 W | - |
| Work area | 355 x 390 mm | 305 x 203 mm |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Safety class | Class 1 | - |
| Features | ||
| Enclosed | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | - |
| Air assist | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes | - |
| Weight | 61.5 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |