The xTool F1 is our top pick, offering the most versatility and best capabilities overall. A generous variety of well-designed accessories are available to greatly expand the work area or allow for round or cylindrical objects to be engraved with ease.

The xTool P2 is a powerful and commercial-grade laser cutter take your art to the next level. It is the natural progression for someone moving from a hobbyist to something more substantial.

The manufacturer xTool has specialized in the desktop-sized laser engraver and cutting field, constantly innovating upon its hardware and offering accessories and add-ons to complete each customers' workshop.

The xTool P2 laser engraver holds the crown as our best laser engraver, and for good reason. This machine is not just a progressive evolution from open-framed alternatives; it's a quantum leap, designed to serve both serious enthusiasts and small businesses.

If you want to start a small laser engraving business, the xTool P2 is the one and only machine you’ll need. It can engrave and slice a wide assortment of materials with the kind of speed and quality you simply cannot find with a diode laser.

This is an incredibly approachable craft machine. I have experience with laser cutters and digital craft cutters but even a newcomer will be up and running with the xTool M1 in a matter of minutes.

It has a powerful 55W CO2 laser, large working area, and a host of smart features that make tricky jobs easier than ever before.

Not only does it feature some advanced features like a camera to help with precise positioning of your projects, but it also has a blade-cutting tool (like a Cricut) that can be swapped in to cut vinyl and other materials. That makes the xTool M1 a really versatile 2-in-1 crafting tool.