A budget open frame cutter for garage makers who want high power on a big bed and can set up their own safety and ventilation.
Amazon $800.75The Twotrees TS2 40W is the better laser engraver overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Twotrees TS2 40W leads on value and warranty. The xTool S1 40W wins on features. The Twotrees TS2 40W costs $898.25 less ($800.75 vs $1,699).
A powerful enclosed diode laser for hobby shops and small sellers who cut a lot of wood and want a big bed. Budget for the air assist pump.
Amazon $1,699Prices 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 Twotrees TS2 40W for value ($20.02 per optical watt ($800.75, 40 W) vs $42.48 per optical watt ($1,699, 40 W)) and warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the xTool S1 40W for features (enclosed, 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 | Twotrees TS2 40W | xTool S1 40W |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 85 $20.02 per optical watt ($800.75, 40 W) | 45 $42.48 per optical watt ($1,699, 40 W) |
| Work area 15% | 100 450 x 410 mm work area | 99 498 x 319 mm work area |
| Features 30% | 0 none of the four | 50 enclosed, autofocus |
| Warranty 20% | 100 2-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Twotrees TS2 40W | xTool S1 40W | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode | Diode |
| Optical power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Electrical input | - | 275 W |
| Work area | 450 x 410 mm | 498 x 319 mm |
| Maximum speed | 100 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Safety class | - | Class 1 |
| Features | ||
| Enclosed | No | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Air assist | - | No |
| Autofocus | - | Yes |
| Weight | - | 44.1 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2023-10-18 |
