OMTech Polar2 70W
#4 in CO2Full review
A big bed, camera equipped CO2 laser for small shops that want more power and a bigger bed than a P2S. Confirm the air assist and focusing setup before buying.
Amazon $3,699.99$3,699.99
The OMTech Polar2 70W is the better laser engraver overall, rated 4.1 to 3.8. The OMTech Polar2 70W leads on work area. The VEVOR 55W CO2 20x12 wins on features and value. The VEVOR 55W CO2 20x12 costs $1,440.09 less ($2,259.90 vs $3,699.99).
VEVOR 55W CO2 20x12
#7 in CO2Full review
A feature packed 55 W CO2 for crafters who want a camera and autofocus for less than an xTool P2S. The unclear warranty makes it a bigger gamble.
Amazon $2,259.90$2,259.90
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 OMTech Polar2 70W for work area (711 x 356 mm work area vs 508 x 305 mm work area).
- Choose the VEVOR 55W CO2 20x12 for features (enclosed, camera, air assist, autofocus vs enclosed, camera) and value ($41.09 per optical watt ($2,259.90, 55 W) vs $52.86 per optical watt ($3,699.99, 70 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every CO2 laser engraver; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | OMTech Polar2 70W | VEVOR 55W CO2 20x12 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 65 $52.86 per optical watt ($3,699.99, 70 W) | 80 $41.09 per optical watt ($2,259.90, 55 W) |
| Work area 15% | 100 711 x 356 mm work area | 53 508 x 305 mm work area |
| Features 30% | 55 enclosed, camera | 100 enclosed, camera, air assist, autofocus |
| Warranty 20% | 100 2-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| OMTech Polar2 70W | VEVOR 55W CO2 20x12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Type | CO2 | CO2 |
| Optical power | 70 W | 55 W |
| Work area | 711 x 356 mm | 508 x 305 mm |
| Maximum speed | 1,200 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Safety class | Class 1 | Class 4 |
| Features | ||
| Enclosed | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Air assist | - | Yes |
| Autofocus | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2026-07-06 | - |