Most handheld laser welders sold to small shops and hobbyists are rated 700 to 1,500 W. The smaller air-cooled machines weigh 30 to 110 lb and weld sheet metal up to about 3 to 5 mm of steel; a few run on a household 120 V outlet. The 1,500 W carts usually add a water chiller, weigh around 170 lb and weld about 4 to 5 mm in one pass.
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.
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- NOUA 1200W Air-Cooled 4-in-1#1 of 16Full review
For a small shop that wants a cheap 1,200 W all-in-one with air cooling. The two year warranty helps offset the thin spec sheet.
Amazon $3,999$3,9991,200 W-Air - NOUA WN 1500W#2 of 16Full review
For a shop that welds every day and wants a long warranty. The chiller adds weight and upkeep, but keeps it running through long jobs.
Amazon $5,699$5,6991,500 W5 mmWater chiller - NOUA Double Wobble 1500W#3 of 16Full review
For a shop that cleans as much as it welds: the double wobble head sweeps a 100 mm cleaning path. Otherwise the cheaper single wobble WN does the same welding.
Amazon $6,299$6,2991,500 W5 mmWater chiller - Triumph 1500W 4-in-1#4 of 16Full review
For a buyer who wants a 1,500 W all-in-one with a two year warranty from a US seller. The spec sheet is thin, so ask the seller about cooling.
Amazon $4,499$4,4991,500 W4 mm- - ACHI LMW-1500W#5 of 16Full review
For a buyer who wants a water-cooled 1,500 W machine at the lowest price. Accept that the spec sheet and warranty are thin.
Amazon $3,300$3,3001,500 W-Water chiller - GWEIKE M1200#6 of 16Full 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$4,8991,200 W4 mmAir - GWEIKE M800#7 of 16Full review
For a small shop that wants air cooling and a two year warranty at a fair price. It is heavy, so plan on keeping it on a cart.
Amazon $3,899$3,899800 W5 mmAir - Everlast RedSabre 1500#8 of 16Full review
For a shop that values a long warranty and US support over price. It costs the most here, but the five year cover is unmatched.
Cyberweld $9,999$9,9991,500 W4 mmAir - xTool MetalFab 800W#9 of 16Full review
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 $3,999$3,999800 W4 mmAir - SFX ALW-1400#10 of 16Full review
For a mobile welder who wants to leave the gas bottle behind. The price is high for the power.
Amazon $6,999$6,9991,400 W-Air - xTool MetalFab 1200W#11 of 16Full review
For a small fab shop that wants more power than the 800 W model and no chiller to maintain. Pay the premium for the support, not the specs.
Amazon $5,999$5,9991,200 W5 mmAir - Herolaser T700 Air-Cooled#12 of 16Full review
For a hobbyist with no 240 V outlet who welds thin sheet. It is the lightest full-function welder here, but the missing warranty is a real risk at this price.
Amazon $3,477$3,477700 W2 mmAir - Xlaserlab X1 Pro#13 of 16Full review
For a garage welder without a 240 V outlet who still wants cleaning and cutting. Budget for the wire feeder if you weld gaps.
Amazon $4,299.99$4,299.99700 W3 mmAir - SFX ALW-1200A#14 of 16Full 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$4,654.051,200 W3 mmAir - ZAC SLW-1500#15 of 16Full review
A plain 1,500 W welder priced above better equipped rivals. Most buyers get more from a NOUA or Triumph.
Amazon $6,699$6,6991,500 W4 mmWater chiller - Xlaserlab X1#16 of 16Full review
For someone who mainly tacks and seams thin sheet and wants the lowest entry price. Anyone who needs filler wire or cleaning should look at the X1 Pro.
Amazon $2,999$2,999460 W2 mmAir
