Head to head
xTool S1 vs Creality Falcon 2
This is really a choice between two ways of working: a closed, Class 1 box you can run in a busy home, or a fast open-frame machine that sits on top of anything.
Verdict
Pick the xTool S1 if the laser lives in a shared home: the enclosure makes it Class 1, contains the smoke for ducting and removes the need for goggles while you watch. Pick the Creality Falcon 2 if you have a dedicated workshop with ventilation and want an open frame that can sit over large boards, with air assist included.
Choose the xTool S1 if…
- Children, pets or housemates are around while you work
- You want fumes contained and ducted from one outlet
- You prefer watching jobs without goggles
Choose the Creality Falcon 2 if…
- You have a separate, ventilated workspace
- You want to engrave boards or items larger than an enclosure allows
- You want air assist included
Specs
Side-by-side specifications
From manufacturer data. Prices and stock are on the retailer's page.
| xTool S1 | Creality Falcon 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | xTool | Creality |
| Type | Enclosed | Open frame |
| Optical power | 20W / 40W | 22W / 40W |
| Work area | 498 × 319 mm | 400 × 415 mm |
| Laser class | Class 1 | Class 4 |
| Air assist | Optional extra | Included |
| Camera | No | No |
| Software | xTool Creative Space, LightBurn | LightBurn, Falcon Design Space |
| Accessories we list | 4 | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the xTool S1 safer than the Falcon 2?
With its lid closed, the S1 is a Class 1 laser product. The Falcon 2 is an open-frame Class 4 machine, so it needs certified goggles and more care, even though it includes safety features.
Can I put an enclosure on the Falcon 2?
Yes, third-party and brand enclosures exist for open-frame machines. It improves fume handling and safety but does not make the machine Class 1.
Which is better for a small business?
Both are in our small-business picks. The S1 suits home studios; the Falcon 2 suits dedicated workshops focused on throughput.
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