Comparison
xTool F1 Ultra vs F2 Ultra: Is the 60W MOPA Worth $2,300 More?
xTool's two fiber + diode galvo engravers compared: 20W fiber vs 60W MOPA, speed, cutting, cameras, weight and price, and which one a metal business actually needs.
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Our pick
xTool
xTool F2 Ultra
8.0/10 research score60W MOPA + 40W diode, colour marking, 15,000 mm/s, for $5,299.
xTool
xTool F1 Ultra
7.9/10 research score20W fiber + 20W diode, 10,000 mm/s, for $2,999.
The short answer
The F2 Ultra if metal is your business: three times the fiber power, MOPA colour marking, 50% more speed and dual 48 MP cameras. The F1 Ultra ($2,999) is the better buy if you engrave metal and wood gifts occasionally; its 20W fiber marks metal well, and the $2,300 saved buys a lot of stock.
xTool's F1 Ultra and F2 Ultra look alike and share a 220 × 220 mm galvo field, but the F2 Ultra roughly triples the fiber power and adds MOPA pulse control. Here is what the extra $2,300 buys, from xTool's own comparison table and reviewer findings (October 18, 2026). We have not tested them ourselves; see how we research.
Specs compared
| Spec | xTool xTool F2 Ultra | xTool xTool F1 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Research score | 8.0/10 research score | 7.9/10 research score |
| List price | $5,299 | $2,999 |
| Laser | ||
| Laser power | 60 W (best) | 20 W |
| Laser source | 60W MOPA fiber + 40W blue diode | 20W fiber + 20W blue diode |
| Spot size | 0.03 × 0.03 mm (MOPA), 0.08 × 0.1 mm (diode) | 0.03 × 0.03 mm (fiber), 0.08 × 0.1 mm (diode) |
| Work area and speed | ||
| Work area width | 220 mm | 220 mm |
| Work area length | 220 mm | 220 mm |
| Maximum speed | 15,000 mm/s (best) | 10,000 mm/s |
| Maximum material height | 150 mm (best) | 145 mm |
| Thickest wood cut | 23 mm (best) | 15 mm |
| Safety | ||
| Fully enclosed | Yes | Yes |
| Laser safety class | Class 4 | Class 4 |
| Flame detection | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Rotary support | Yes | Yes |
| Software and connectivity | ||
| Software | xTool Studio, LightBurn | xTool Studio |
| LightBurn support | Yes | Not published |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, IP | USB, Wi-Fi, IP, hotspot |
| Size and warranty | ||
| Weight | 47 lb | 32.4 lb (best) |
| Dimensions | 294 × 429 × 521 mm | 273 × 373 × 492 mm |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Where to buy | Check price at xTool (opens in a new tab) | Check price at xTool (opens in a new tab) |
Side by side
| Feature | xTool F2 Ultra | xTool F1 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Lasers | 60W MOPA fiber + 40W diode | 20W fiber + 20W diode |
| Max speed | 15,000 mm/s | 10,000 mm/s |
| Thickest basswood (multiple passes) | 23 mm | 15 mm |
| Thickest acrylic (multiple passes) | 20 mm | 12 mm |
| Cameras | Dual 48 MP | 16 MP |
| Max processing height | 150 mm | 145 mm |
| Weight | 47 lb | 32.4 lb |
| Price | $5,299 ($4,299 MOPA-only) | $2,999 |
What the MOPA adds
MOPA fiber lasers let you set pulse duration as well as frequency. In practice that means colour marking on stainless steel and cleaner deep engraving. FauxHammer found the F2 Ultra depth-engraves brass and aluminum rather than only surface-marking, though colour results depend on material and finish and need test grids. For marking serial numbers, logos and names on metal, the F1 Ultra's 20W fiber is enough.
Speed and cameras
The F2 Ultra's 15,000 mm/s and dual 48 MP cameras save time on batch jobs, which matters if you sell hundreds of items. For occasional gifts the F1 Ultra's 10,000 mm/s is already very fast.
Which to buy
- F2 Ultra: a business engraving metal daily, wanting colour marking or deep relief. Read our review.
- F1 Ultra: occasional metal and wood personalisation, or a first metal machine on a smaller budget.
Both are certified Class 4 despite their covers. See best laser engravers for metal for non-xTool options such as the LaserPecker LP5.
Frequently asked questions
Can the F1 Ultra do colour marking?
Do they have the same work area?
Is the F2 Ultra the same as the F2 Ultra UV?
Sources
Specs, prices and claims in this article come from these sources.
- xTool F2 Ultra product page and comparison table · xTool · accessed Oct 18, 2026
- xTool F1 Ultra product page · xTool · accessed Oct 18, 2026
- xTool F-series machine choosing guide · xTool · accessed Oct 18, 2026
- xTool F2 Ultra review · FauxHammer · accessed Oct 18, 2026
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