The xTool MetalFab 800W is the better laser welder overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The xTool MetalFab 800W leads on functions and laser power. The Xlaserlab X1 Pro wins on portability. The xTool MetalFab 800W costs $300.99 less ($3,999 vs $4,299.99).
For a home shop or small fabricator who wants a laser welder from a maker with real US support. The built-in feeder and air cooling make it easy to live with, but the warranty is short.
Amazon $3,999For a garage welder without a 240 V outlet who still wants cleaning and cutting. Budget for the wire feeder if you weld gaps.
Amazon $4,299.99Prices 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.
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 | xTool MetalFab 800W | Xlaserlab X1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 30% | 87 $3,999 | 80 $4,299.99 |
| Laser power 25% | 36 800 W laser | 27 700 W laser |
| Functions 10% | 85 wire feeder included, cleans, cuts | 50 cleans, cuts |
| Portability 10% | 60 air cooled | 100 air cooled, runs on 120 V |
| Warranty 25% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
| xTool MetalFab 800W | Xlaserlab X1 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser | ||
| Laser power | 800 W | 700 W |
| Laser type | Fiber | Fiber |
| Laser source | Coherent chips | Coherent chips |
| Welds steel up to | 4 mm | 3 mm |
| Fiber cable | 3.5 m | - |
| Functions | ||
| Cleans | Yes | Yes |
| Cuts | Yes | Yes |
| Wire feeder included | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Cooling | Air | Air |
| Input voltage | 220 to 240 V | 100 to 250 V |
| Runs on 120 V | No | Yes |
| Weight | 68.3 lb | 46.3 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | 2025-04 | - |
