xTool P2S vs xTool P3

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The xTool P2S is the better laser engraver overall, rated 4.0 to 3.7. The xTool P2S leads on features and value. The xTool P3 wins on work area. The xTool P2S costs $2,980.01 less ($2,918.99 vs $5,899).

xTool P2S vs xTool P3

Higher rated
xTool P2S

A smart, camera guided CO2 laser for crafters and small sellers who want cleaner, faster cuts than a diode and acrylic work. It costs more per watt than the plain OMTech and VEVOR boxes.

Amazon $2,918.99
$2,918.99
xTool P3

A large format, highly automated CO2 laser for small businesses that run production batches every day. Hobbyists will get more value from a smaller machine.

Amazon $5,899
$5,899

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?

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 weightxTool P2SxTool P3
Overall rating4.0/53.7/5
Value 35%65 $53.07 per optical watt ($2,918.99, 55 W)44 $73.74 per optical watt ($5,899, 80 W)
Work area 15%68 600 x 305 mm work area100 914 x 457 mm work area
Features 30%100 enclosed, camera, air assist, autofocus75 enclosed, camera, autofocus
Warranty 20%50 1-year warranty50 1-year warranty

Specifications

xTool P2SxTool P3
Laser
TypeCO2CO2
Optical power55 W80 W
Electrical input-1,400 W
Work area600 x 305 mm914 x 457 mm
Maximum speed600 mm/s1,200 mm/s
Safety classClass 4Class 1
Features
EnclosedYesYes
CameraYesYes
Air assistYes-
AutofocusYesYes
Weight99.2 lb231.5 lb
Warranty1 year1 year
Released2024-10-292025-08-28

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