xTool F2 vs. xTool M2
Both lasers compared directly. The better value is marked in green, where this can be said objectively.
The key differences
- The xTool M2 is in a lower price class (€500 to €1,000) than the xTool F2 (€1,000 to €1,500).
- Different laser type: combination machine for the xTool F2, diode laser for the xTool M2. This determines which materials work well.
- Design: galvo for the xTool F2, gantry for the xTool M2. Galvo engraves small areas very quickly, gantry machines handle large areas and cut better.
- The xTool M2 has the larger work area (426 × 320 mm).
- The xTool M2 is rated as laser class 1. According to the manufacturer, the xTool F2 is Class 4 (protective cover can be operated open), so you need laser safety glasses for the matching wavelength.
- Air assist is included with the xTool M2; on the xTool F2 it is not provided or not specified.
| xTool F2 | xTool M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price range | €1,000 to €1,500 | €500 to €1,000 |
| Price in the manufacturer's shop | from €1,319 (As of 26 Oct 2026) | from €549.01 (As of 26 Oct 2026) |
| Laser type | Combination machine | Diode laser |
| Laser source | Infrared 1064 nm, 5 W and blue diode 15 W | blue diode 10 W or 20 W optical; optional 3 W infrared 1064 nm; optional CMYK inkjet module |
| Power (optical, main source) | 15 W | 10 W |
| Work area | 115 × 115 mm | 426 × 320 mm |
| Dimensions | 175 × 237 × 334 mm | 610 × 569 × 180 mm |
| Weight | 4.6 kg | 12.3 kg |
| Construction type | Galvo | Gantry |
| Enclosure | enclosed | enclosed |
| Laser class | Class 4 (protective cover can be operated open) | Class 1 |
| Speed (max.) | 6,000 mm/s (galvo) | 600 mm/s |
| Cutting according to the manufacturer | up to 15 mm linden wood and 12 mm acrylic in several passes (no metal cutting) | Basswood up to 8 mm (10 W) or 10 mm (20 W), black acrylic up to 3 mm or 8 mm in one pass |
| Air Assist | not specified by the manufacturer (not mentioned in the manual) | built-in (air pump, no external connection) |
| Camera | yes, 50 MP camera with autofocus | yes, 5 MP overview camera and 2 MP close-up camera |
| Fume extraction | not integrated, desktop air purifier optional | no filter integrated, desktop air purifier or SafetyPro AP2 optional |
| Rotary attachment | optional (RA3, RA2 Pro) | optional, round engraving up to 100 mm diameter without riser |
| Software | xTool Studio; LightBurn is not supported | xTool Studio |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, LAN (IP) | USB, Wi-Fi |
| Materials (according to the manufacturer) | Stainless steel, Aluminium, Anodised metal, Copper, Brass, Titanium, Gold, Silver, Platinum, Plastic, Wood, Leather (PU), Ceramic, Marble | Wood, MDF, Acrylic (opaque), Paper, Cardboard, Foam, Leather, Felt, Fabric, Cork, Rubber, Glass, Ceramic, Plastic, Metal (with IR module) |
Who is which one suitable for?
xTool F2
Makers and market stalls who want to engrave small metal and wood parts on the go.
- compact galvo engraver with IR and diode
- 50 MP camera with autofocus and live preview
xTool M2
Hobbyists and beginners who want to combine laser engraving with colour printing on paper, wood and fabric.
- affordable entry into an enclosed class 1 laser
- Air Assist and two cameras as standard
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