GWEIKE M1200
#6 in Up to 1,500 WFull review
For a shop that wants more power than the M800 with the same two year warranty. Ask GWEIKE about the weld depth, since its own figures conflict.
Amazon $4,899$4,899
The GWEIKE M1200 is the better laser welder overall, rated 3.9 to 3.3. The GWEIKE M1200 leads on functions. The SFX ALW-1200A costs $244.95 less ($4,654.05 vs $4,899).
SFX ALW-1200A
#14 in Up to 1,500 WFull review
For a shop that wants an air-cooled 1,200 W welder with a light gun. The missing warranty pulls it down the list.
Amazon $4,654.05$4,654.05
Prices were last checked November 3, 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 GWEIKE M1200 for functions (wire feeder included, cleans, cuts vs wire feeder included, cleans).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1,500 W laser welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GWEIKE M1200 | SFX ALW-1200A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 30% | 68 $4,899 | 73 $4,654.05 |
| Laser power 25% | 73 1,200 W laser | 73 1,200 W laser |
| Functions 10% | 85 wire feeder included, cleans, cuts | 60 wire feeder included, cleans |
| Portability 10% | 60 air cooled | 60 air cooled |
| Warranty 25% | 67 2-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| GWEIKE M1200 | SFX ALW-1200A | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Laser power | 1,200 W | 1,200 W |
| Laser type | Fiber | Fiber |
| Welds steel up to | 4 mm | 3 mm |
| Fiber cable | 8 m | - |
| Functions | ||
| Cleans | Yes | Yes |
| Cuts | Yes | - |
| Wire feeder included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Cooling | Air | Air |
| Input voltage | - | 220 V |
| Runs on 120 V | - | No |
| Weight | 108.5 lb | 70.5 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |