xTool Alternatives (2026): Cheaper Lasers for Each xTool Model
Alternatives to the xTool S1, F2, F2 Ultra, M2 and P2S from WeCreat, Creality Falcon, Sculpfun, LaserPecker and Cloudray – matched model by model with current prices.
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xTool is the best-known consumer laser brand, but you can often get a comparable machine for less. All prices below are from each brand’s US store on October 29, 2026. We haven’t tested these machines; matches are based on laser type, features and published specs.
Model-by-model alternatives
| xTool model (price checked) | Alternative | Why |
|---|---|---|
| S1 enclosed diode (Deluxe Bundle $2,209) | Creality Falcon2 Pro (from $899); WeCreat Vision Pro ($1,920); Sculpfun E1 Pro ($799) | Enclosed Class 1 diode machines; E1 Pro includes a 3W IR |
| M2 color craft laser ($1,199) | WeCreat Vista ($590); Creality Falcon A1 ($466) | Enclosed starters, if you don’t need inkjet printing |
| F2 portable (5W IR + 15W diode, $1,219) | WeCreat Lumos ($940); LaserPecker LP4 (from $1,599) | Portable dual lasers |
| F2 Ultra (60W MOPA + 40W diode, $5,099) | Cloudray MP Series Neo 60W ($5,499); Sculpfun A9 Ultra ($899–$1,699) | MOPA marker vs budget fiber + diode |
| F2 Ultra UV | WeCreat Lumos Ultra ($3,699); Cloudray TR Series UV (from $4,999) | UV marking for glass and plastics |
| P2S 55W CO2 ($2,919) / P3 80W ($6,599) | – | No direct desktop CO2 alternative among these brands |
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Best alternative to the xTool S1
The Creality Falcon2 Pro gives you an enclosed Class 1 machine in 22W, 40W or 60W from $899, with up to 22 mm basswood cuts per Creality. The WeCreat Vision Pro ($1,920) is the premium pick with auto-lift and a conveyor option. The S1’s advantage is its larger bed (23.93 × 15.16 in).
See Creality Falcon2 ProBest alternative to the xTool F2
The WeCreat Lumos is $279 cheaper, with a 3W IR and 10W diode for metal and wood on the go. Need fiber? The Lumos Flex adds a 15W fiber for $1,940.
See WeCreat LumosBest alternative to the xTool F2 Ultra
For production metal marking, Cloudray’s MP Series Neo 60W is a dedicated MOPA galvo with autofocus and an electric column, $5,499 with a D80 rotary in the offer we saw. On a budget, the Sculpfun A9 Ultra pairs a 20W fiber with a 40W diode.
See Cloudray MP SeriesMore comparisons: WeCreat vs xTool, WeCreat vs Creality Falcon.
Key takeaways
- Instead of the xTool S1 (Deluxe Bundle $2,209): Creality Falcon2 Pro from $899 or WeCreat Vision Pro at $1,920 – both enclosed Class 1.
- Instead of the xTool F2 ($1,219): WeCreat Lumos ($940) or, with fiber, WeCreat Lumos Flex ($1,940).
- Instead of the xTool F2 Ultra ($5,099): Cloudray MP Series Neo 60W MOPA ($5,499 with a D80 rotary) or the cheaper Sculpfun A9 Ultra fiber (from $899).
- For CO2 – xTool P2S and P3 – the brands in this guide don't offer a direct desktop CO2 equivalent; Cloudray's EC Series Neo is a CO2 galvo marker, not a cutter.
Frequently asked questions
What is a cheaper alternative to xTool?
Creality Falcon is generally the cheapest for enclosed diode machines (Falcon A1 10W $466 on sale), and Sculpfun for open-frame and fiber machines. WeCreat is a closer match to xTool's polish and features at lower prices on comparable models.
Is there an alternative to the xTool P2S CO2 laser?
Not among the brands we cover here. If you need clear acrylic or glass, a CO2 laser like the P2S is the right tool; a diode alternative won't process those materials.