10 Best DIY Laser Engravers
for September 2023

The SCULPFUN S6 Pro is one of the best laser engravers we've tested, thanks to its excellent engraving quality, precise scale lines, and large engraving area. It's easy to set up and use, too. The laser's power output is 5.5-6W, which is enough for engraving most materials, and its engraving speed is 40-45 mm/s, which is comparable to other 60W laser engravers. The laser's 0.08mm ultra-fine fixed-focus compressed spot is sharp enough to carve through 10mm wood, wood/plastic composites, bamboo, and acrylic. The laser engraver is compatible with most mature engraving software, including LaserGRBL, LightBurn, Benbox, GrblController, LiteFire, and supports PWM mode engraving. The laser engraver is also compatible with Windows XP/7/8/10 and file formats like JPG, PNG, DXF, SVG, G-code, NC, BMP, and output files can be imported to CorelDraw, Illustrator, AutoCAD, etc. SCULPFUN's laser engraver is backed by a one year warranty and 30 days money back guarantee.

The A5 Laser Engraver 40W's ability to carve large, detailed holes makes it a better value than the 30W model, but it should still only be considered if your needs include engraving metal plates, small acrylic objects, or materials such as wood. It's powerful enough to cut through 6mm thick wood, but don't expect a laser that can zap through metal. The A5 Laser Engraver 40W's focus is accurate, and its engraving quality is decent. It engraves very clear lines, but fine details can be difficult to discern. The A5 Laser Engraver 40W is very easy to use, but learning how to adjust its focus takes some time. The controls are intuitive, and the large engraving area makes it easy to engrave large objects. The A5 Laser Engraver 40W is heavier and bulkier than previous models, and is louder than others. Its adjustable focus knobs are made of plastic, so it's possible for your engraving materials to get stuck if you turn them too hard. Overall, the A5 Laser Engraver 40W is a decent value for the price, but it's best suited for hobbyists looking for a powerful laser that can engrave small objects.

The Makeblock xTool D1 laser engraver is our top recommendation for anyone wanting to engrave on the cheap. The D1 is an entry-level model, but it's powerful enough to engrave a wide range of materials, and it offers a more user-friendly experience than our other top pick, the Wanhao D7, which costs about $600. The D1's small size and quiet operation make it well-suited for engraving on smaller objects, such as jewelry, toys, and DIY projects. The D1's 60W laser module is powerful enough to cut 10mm thick wood, and it engraves cleanly. The D1's 600 x 600-pixel resolution gives it a crisp, clean edge, and its built-in rotary attachment makes it perfect for engraving large, circular objects. The D1 is easy to set up and use, and it's compatible with the free Makeblock Escutcheon software; the D1 is also compatible with a wide variety of laser engraving software, including CorelDraw, Adobe Illustrator, Autodesk, and CorelDraw. The D1's $300 price tag is significantly lower than the $600 for the Wanhao D7, and it's much easier to set up and use. The D1's design is a bit on the small side, and it lacks a larger table, so it's better suited for engraving small objects than for bigger projects.

The Kentoktool LE400 Pro 50W laser engraver can engrave a range of materials, from wood to metal to leather. It has good engraving quality, and its 400x400mm engraving area is bigger than most laser cutters. It's also easy to use, and it ships with a CD with free software, so it's well worth buying even if you don't plan on using LightBurn. Its only weakness is its overall power output, which is lower than our top pick, the Epilog Mini 30. The laser gets more powerful as it reaches the center of the engraving area, but the power drops off significantly as you get further out, which means that if your engraving area isn't very big, your beam won't get as bright as it would with a laser with a greater total power output. The laser protective cover does a lot to protect your eyes, but, unfortunately, it also blocks 99% of the light, so you won't be able to see very well. The laser engraving module we ordered was defective, and the laser module we found online was too expensive. But overall, the Kentoktool LE400 Pro 50W laser engraver is a good choice.

The A5 20W laser engraver is a very powerful machine, with 4.5-5W laser output power that can engrave metal, wood, and cardboard. The laser output of the fixed-focus laser is more stable than that of the zoom laser, so the service life is longer and the engraving lines are more even and clear. The laser wavelength is 4555nm, and the engraving precision is 0.01mm, which can achieve both precision engraving and high energy cutting. The laser head is equipped with laser safety shield which filters 97% of UV rays, you and your friends and family can watch laser engraving without safety glasses at any time, reducing the cost of safety glasses and the inconvenience of wearing them. And we also come with laser safety glasses. The laser head can cut through thick wood materials, and it can engrave precise and detailed text on wood, fabric, leather, and marble. The laser engraving machine comes with a laser safety shield, laser engraving lens and 1 set of laser engraving software, which can be used to engrave text on wood, leather, marble, and other material. The laser engraving machine can also cut cardboard and thin wood panels, and the engraving precision is 0.01mm, which can achieve both precise engraving and high energy cutting. The laser engraving machine is compatible with LaserGRBL and LightBurn engraving software, supporting Win XP / Win 7 / Win 8 / XP / Win 10 and also Mac system (LightBurn). The laser engraving machine can engrave text on wood, leather, marble, and cardboard, and the engraving file format supports NC, BMP, JPG, PNG, DXF, etc. It is simple and convenient to transfer by USB data cable. This laser engraving machine is easy to use, and it is also very suitable for engraving DIY gifts.

The OMTech 40W CO2 laser engraver and cutter is a workhorse, and it's designed with both first-time and experienced engravers in mind. The laser engraver comes with a 8x12 bed, but the company also sells a 6x12 bed as a spare and an upgrade. Both beds are 100mm deep, so there's plenty of room to engrave large items. The engraver's 40W laser tube produces smooth, well-detailed engraving, and it's powerful enough to quickly engrave wood, plastic, bamboo, leather, and metal products. We also like the fact that the engraver's 40W laser tube is dual-powered, which means that it can run on 110V and 220V electricity, which helps reduce power consumption. The engraver comes with a large worktable, a dust cover, and 6 x 6 engraving plates, but the company also sells a 6 x 8 engraving plate as a spare and an upgrade. The engraver's control panel is intuitive and responsive, and it guides users through the entire process, from choosing a preset design to setting engraving parameters. The engraver's dust cover doubles as a table stand, giving users an instant and stable work surface. The engraver also comes with 6 x 6 engraving plates, a dust cover, a dust bag, 6 x 6 engraving blocks, an engraving pen, a dust brush, a cleaning brush, and a screwdriver. The laser engraver and cutter also comes with a one-year warranty.

The Ortur Laser Master 2 laser engraver is easily the best laser engraver we've tested, and the performance of this machine -- along with that of the Ortur Laser Master 3 -- far surpasses anything we've tested from a year ago. It's easy to use, has an outstanding feature set, and is extremely reliable. It engraves at a fast 0.8-1.8 mm/s, which is faster than any laser engraving machine we've tested. The engraving quality is stellar, and this machine can engrave and cut almost every material, including acrylic, ceramics, glass, leather, marble, metal, plastic and stone. The Ortur Laser Master 2 laser engraver also has a very powerful laser, which allows it to engrave thicker materials, such as acrylic, and to engrave photos, which no other laser engraver can do. The Ortur Laser Master 2 laser engraver is also compatible with almost every laser engraving software, including LightBurn, LaserGRBL, CorelDraw, Adobe Illustrator, AutoCAD, and MicroStation. If you need an engraver for engraving wood, leather, stone, metal, acrylic, ceramics, or glass, the Ortur Laser Master 2 laser engraver is a great choice.

The Comgrow 10W Laser Master is a great choice for anyone who needs a big laser engraver to engrave metal, wood, stone, glass, or leather. The laser engraver can handle large objects, and has a powerful cutting ability. The engraving area is much larger than that of most laser engravers, and the laser power is also stronger. The built-in laser protection system will stop working if engraved objects exceed 30 degrees. The laser engraving machine also has accurate X and Y scales, which makes it easy to place objects for engraving. The laser engraving machine has many advantages, such as high efficiency, high engraving quality, stable performance, easy to use, and low price. In addition, the laser engraving machine has 2 laser spot focus, which can compensate the deviation of laser power. And the laser engraving machine has a powerful cutting ability, which can make ultrathin and ultrathin lines, such as 1mm line. The laser engraving machine also has high stability, and the laser engraving machine can bear up to 8mm wood.

The NEJE Master 2 Max 30W is a bulky, powerful laser engraver, but it succeeds where other engravers fail: It engraves and cuts wood and metal. Its biggest drawback is its high price. But if you're a professional engraver, or if you're building a business, this is a laser engraver you'll want to consider. The NEJE Master 2 Max 30W is a strong contender for the title of best laser engraver. It offers a great combination of power and performance, and it's easy to use and control. The laser engraver is portable, and it's lightweight enough to carry in one hand. The laser engraver's cutting power puts most other engravers to shame, and it can handle a variety of materials. The laser engraver offers 460 * 810 mm of working area, which is much larger than the 300 * 300 mm offering from our previous top pick. The laser engraver can engrave up to 4.0 mm from 0.25 mm, and the laser engraver can cut up to 6 mm from 1.5 mm. The laser engraver's speed is fast, and it can handle a variety of materials. The laser engraver's built-in laser module offers 7.5W of power, which is more powerful than the 6W offered by the previous top pick. The laser engraver's engraving and cutting depths are impressive, and the laser engraver's speed is faster than most laser engravers. The laser engraver's built-in gyroscope helps protect users from accidental laser engraving and cutting. The laser engraver's built-in optical flow meter monitors the laser's position more accurately than other laser engravers. The laser engraver's built-in protective glass helps protect users' eyes. The laser engraver's built-in cooling system protects users' eyes from overheating. The laser engraver's built-in wireless control function allows users to control the laser engraver's speed and position using a smartphone or tablet. The laser engraver's wireless control function allows users to control the laser engraver's speed and position using a smartphone or tablet. The laser engraver's built-in fan can cool users' hands during engraving and cutting. The laser engraver's built-in USB power function allows users to complete laser engraving and cutting tasks using a computer, laptop, or USB power bank. The laser engraver's built-in remote allows users to control the laser engraver's speed and position using a remote control.

The Tresbro Totem S is a beginner-friendly laser engraver and cutter, which is perfect for novice users. The totem s is lightweight (4.6 pounds) and takes up very little space. The controls are simple and intuitive, and the engraving results are good. The engraving speed, however, doesn't compare with more expensive models. It produces fairly deep engraves (up to 8mm) but isn't suitable for carving into wood or metal. The laser module also lasts just 30 minutes, which can be shortened by upgrading to a 5.5W module. The totem s is also suited for more experienced users because it can engrave on large objects and doesn't have an engraving depth limit. The laser head also rotates 160 degrees, allowing the laser head to illuminate the back of the engraving area. The totem s uses compressed spot technology, which lets it produce deep engraves without burning through the material. The totem s is easier to use than many laser engravers we've tested, and the controls are intuitive. The totem s is a powerful laser engraver and cutter, but it's fundamental drawbacks are its short laser module life and its lack of an engraving depth limit.