# xTool F1 Ultra Review (2026): Pros, Cons & Price > xTool F1 Ultra review: 20 W dual laser laser, galvo (portable), 220 × 220 mm. Specs, materials, pros, cons and our 8.2/10 verdict. - Source: https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f1-ultra/ - Markdown version: https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f1-ultra.md - Last updated: 2026-10-30 --- - [Home](https://laserengraversguide.com/) - [Compare lasers](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/) - xTool F1 Ultra 20W Fiber & Diode 8.2 ![xTool F1 Ultra 20W Fiber & Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-f1-ultra.DRpPMPlL_NelyO.webp) xTool · Premium # xTool F1 Ultra 20W Fiber & Diode Review Small businesses that personalize both metal and wood or leather goods and want fast, camera-aligned batch work in one enclosed box. - 20 W dual laser - Galvo (portable) - 220 × 220 mm - Class 4 (enclosed lid) - Deep-engraves metal $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium price tier · see Amazon for today's price [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9Q787GN?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[See alternatives](#alternatives) Opens Amazon in a new tab. By [Laser Engravers Guide Editorial Team](https://laserengraversguide.com/about/) · Updated October 30, 2026 · [How we score](https://laserengraversguide.com/how-we-research/) Our score comes from manufacturer specs, professional reviews, and owner reports. It is not a hands-on lab test. ## The verdict The F1 Ultra is the one-box answer for shops that engrave both metal and organics: a true fiber plus a strong diode, a big galvo field, camera batch tools and an enclosure. Make: liked it a lot, with gripes about alignment and the fixed base plate. With the F2 Ultra now on sale, buy the F1 Ultra for its lower price; if you want color marking on stainless or faster deep metal work, the F2 Ultra's 60 W MOPA is the better long-term tool. ### What we like - A real 20 W fiber for bare metal plus a 20 W diode for wood, leather and dark acrylic - Up to 10,000 mm/s and a 220 mm-square field, large for a desktop fiber - 16 MP camera with automatic batch fill; optional conveyor for continuous runs - Enclosed cover filters both wavelengths, with fire alarm and emergency stop ### Watch out for - Make: found laser alignment fiddly and missed the removable bottom plate for jigs - Still classed Class 4, and xTool's spec sheet lists no LightBurn support - Q-switched fiber: no MOPA color marking, and no air assist - At $2,499 it sits only about $1,600 below the 60 W MOPA F2 Ultra (Single) ## Score breakdown Engraving & cutting 8.8 Ease of use 8.6 Safety & build 7.4 Value 7.4 20 W fiber + 20 W diode (output) · Galvo (portable) · Class 4 (enclosed lid) ## xTool F1 Ultra specs | Brand | xTool | | --- | --- | | Laser type | Dual laser (455 nm diode + 1064 nm fiber) | | Output power | 20 W fiber + 20 W diode (output) | | Format | Galvo (portable) | | Work area | 220 × 220 mm (8.7 × 8.7 in). 220 × 500 mm with the auto conveyor; objects up to 145 mm tall | | Max speed | 10,000 mm/s (maker rating) | | Laser class | Class 4 (enclosed lid) | | Cuts wood | Up to 15 mm (maker claim) | | Clear acrylic | No | | Metal | Deep-engraves metal | | Air assist | Not available | | Camera | Yes | | Autofocus | Yes | | Rotary | Optional add-on | | Software | xTool Studio, LightBurn 2.2+ (needs current xTool firmware) | | Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, IP, hotspot | | Weight | 32.4 lb | | Warranty | 1 year | | Price tier | $$$ Premium ($1,500–$3,500). See Amazon for today's price. | - LightBurn 2.2 lists the F1 Ultra as supported (support table dated Oct 6, 2026), including multi-source jobs, but only on current firmware (Class 4: 40.52.016.05 or higher; Class 1: 40.53.007.05 or higher). xTool's built-in cameras are not supported in LightBurn. - xTool spec table (Oct 2026): 15 mm basswood / 12 mm acrylic in multiple passes with the diode. The Amazon listing says the fiber cuts thin stainless (0.3 mm), brass (0.4 mm) and aluminum (0.2 mm). - xTool rates it Class 4 even though the lid is enclosed; keep the cover closed or wear goggles rated for both 455 nm and 1064 nm. - Make: tested it at $3,699 at launch; Amazon showed $2,499 against a $2,919 list price on Oct 29, 2026. - xTool's current spec sheet lists xTool Studio only; check LightBurn's supported-device list if you need it. Specs are compiled from manufacturer listings and independent reviews and may change between production runs. Laser makers re-bundle often, so confirm what's in the box on the Amazon page before buying. The xTool F1 Ultra is a desktop galvo laser with two real sources: a 20 W 1064 nm fiber for bare metal and a 20 W blue diode for wood, leather and dark acrylic, inside an enclosed lid with a camera. It’s the one-box answer for small businesses that personalize both metal and organic goods. Amazon listed it at about $2,499 on October 29, 2026, down from $3,699 at launch and against a $2,919 list price, so check today’s price. It’s our pick for the best laser engraver for small business. Plug your product prices into the [profit calculator](https://laserengraversguide.com/tools/profit-calculator/) to see how fast a machine at this price pays back. ## Who the F1 Ultra is for (and who should skip it) It’s for shops that sell a mix of products: engraved tumblers and wallets, metal keychains and wooden coasters, jewelry and leather patches. Having both lasers under one lid, aligned with one camera, means one machine and one workflow instead of two. The 16 MP camera’s automatic batch fill places a design on every blank in a tray, and an optional conveyor stretches the field to 220 × 500 mm for continuous runs. Skip it if you only do one side of that mix. For metal alone, the [ComMarker B4 20W](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/commarker-b4-20w/) is a cheaper fiber. For cutting wood, the 220 mm field and multi-pass cuts make a flatbed like the [xTool S1 40W](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-s1-40w/) a better tool. Skip it as well if you need color marking on stainless, which needs a MOPA source. ## What it does well The fiber marks and deep-engraves bare stainless, brass, aluminum, gold and silver with no coating, at up to 10,000 mm/s. A 220 mm-square field is large for a desktop fiber, and objects up to 145 mm tall fit underneath. The Amazon listing says the fiber can also cut very thin sheet metal (0.3 mm stainless, 0.4 mm brass, 0.2 mm aluminum), which helps with small jewelry blanks. The diode does everything a blue laser does: wood, leather, cork, slate, dark acrylic and coated tumblers. xTool lists 15 mm basswood and 12 mm acrylic in multiple passes, but cutting isn’t the reason to buy a galvo. Think engraving first, light cutting second. Make: liked the machine a lot, with two complaints worth knowing. Laser alignment was fiddly, and the base plate doesn’t come out, which makes custom jigs harder. Both are workflow annoyances rather than deal-breakers. ## What you’ll need beyond the box - **Smoke purification or venting.** There’s no air assist, but xTool builds in smoke extraction, and that exhaust has to go somewhere. For a storefront or spare room, xTool recommends its [SafetyPro AP2 purifier](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHCJQS1J?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) for the F1 Ultra because of its larger filters. The smaller [Desktop Smoke Purifier](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFFN7FR4?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) suits lighter engraving loads. Our [ventilation guide](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/laser-engraver-ventilation-guide/) explains when a purifier is enough. - **Eyewear for both wavelengths.** The cover filters both beams when closed, but the machine is still Class 4. For setup, maintenance and any open-lid work, get eyewear rated for 455 nm and 1064 nm. [Cloudray 1064 nm goggles](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078J3JS39?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) cover the fiber only and [CARLANY blue-diode glasses](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08R4PMCHR?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) cover the diode only, so check OD ratings for the wavelength you’re running. - **A rotary for tumblers.** xTool lists the F1 Ultra as compatible with the [RA2 Pro](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ2BXQ7N?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20), and the newer [RA3 MagSwap rotary](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPLTWJ38?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) is built for the F-series. - **Fire basics.** An ABC extinguisher nearby; the F1 Ultra has a fire alarm and emergency stop, but don’t leave it running unattended. See the [accessories page](https://laserengraversguide.com/accessories/) for the full list. ## Reliability and warranty xTool covers the F1 Ultra for 1 year, and its store lists a 14-day return policy. The F1 Ultra has been on the market long enough for a full Make: review and a $1,200 drop from its launch price. The flip side is that the F2 Ultra now sits above it in xTool’s lineup. That’s good for price but worth remembering if you want the newest hardware. The 32 lb weight makes it a fixed bench machine rather than something you carry to markets. ## Bottom line The F1 Ultra is the most sensible one-box laser for a shop that engraves both metal and organics: a true fiber plus a strong diode, a big galvo field, camera batch tools and an enclosure, for about $2,500. Choose it over the [LaserPecker LP5](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/laserpecker-lp5/) unless low weight is the deciding factor (our [F1 Ultra vs LP5 comparison](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/xtool-f1-ultra-vs-laserpecker-lp5/) goes deeper). Choose the [xTool F2 Ultra](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f2-ultra/) instead if you want color marking or faster deep metal work and can spend about $1,600 more on the MOPA-only version. Ready to buy? · 8.2/10 xTool F1 Ultra 20W Fiber & Diode $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium · 20 W dual laser · Galvo (portable) [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9Q787GN?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) ## Accessories for the xTool F1 Ultra Official and universal add-ons sold on Amazon — safety glasses, fume extraction, air assist, rotaries and materials. Check the listing confirms your exact model before you buy. - Fumes & enclosure**xTool Desktop Smoke Purifier (3-layer filtration)**Official xToolLets the M2 or F-series run indoors without a window vent for light engraving work. xTool sizes it for low-smoke machines; for heavy cutting it recommends the SafetyPro AP2.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFFN7FR4?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Rotary**xTool RA2 Pro rotary attachment**Official xTool4-in-1 rotary for tumblers, glasses, rings and spheres on xTool's enclosed and galvo machines. xTool says it must be used with a riser on enclosed machines; check whether your S1 bundle already includes it.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ2BXQ7N?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Rotary**xTool RA3 MagSwap smart rotary**Official xToolxTool's newer rotary with LiDAR mapping and magnetic mode swaps, built for the P3 and F-series.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPLTWJ38?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Safety**CARLANY 190–490 nm OD6+ laser safety glasses**Universal fitBlue-diode protection for anyone near an open-frame laser, or when you lift the lid or override an interlock on an enclosed one. Covers 445–455 nm blue diodes only; does not protect against 1064 nm IR/fiber or 10.6 µm CO2. Match the OD rating to your laser's wavelength.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08R4PMCHR?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Safety**Cloudray 1064 nm laser safety goggles**Compatible, third-partyThe invisible 1064 nm beam of fiber and IR lasers needs its own eyewear; blue-diode glasses won't stop it. For 1064 nm sources only. Dual-laser machines need protection for both wavelengths; check the OD rating on the listing.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078J3JS39?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Safety**Amerex B417T 2.5 lb ABC fire extinguisher with bracket**Universal fitLasers cut by burning; a small ABC extinguisher mounted beside the machine is the cheapest fire insurance you can buy. Dry-chemical powder can ruin a laser's optics and electronics; LightBurn recommends a CO2 extinguisher for the machine itself.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084P5PPNC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Safety**Amerex 322 5 lb carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher**Universal fitClass B:C CO2 leaves no powder residue, so it puts out a fire in the machine without destroying the optics. Pricier than ABC; not rated for Class A (wood/paper) fires on its own, so keep a fire blanket too.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F5CJHFW?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Safety**Prepared Hero emergency fire blanket, 39 × 39 in (2-pack)**Universal fitSmothers a flare-up on the bed without coating the machine's optics in extinguisher powder.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TYT543Y?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Fumes & enclosure**AC Infinity Cloudline S4 4-inch inline duct fan with speed controller**Universal fitBoosts a laser's built-in exhaust over long duct runs so smoke actually leaves the room. Check your machine's exhaust port diameter; adapters may be needed.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JB292JC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Fumes & enclosure**VIVOSUN 4-inch aluminum ducting, 25 ft with clamps**Universal fitReplaces short stock hoses so you can reach a window or wall vent; foil duct tolerates hot exhaust better than vinyl.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EUURUVM?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) Compatibility checked October 2026. More in our [laser engraver accessories guide](https://laserengraversguide.com/accessories/). ## Featured in our guides - [The Best Laser Engraver for Metal in 2026: Fiber, IR and Diode Options](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-engraver-for-metal/) - [The Best Laser Engraver for Small Business in 2026: Picks by Product Line](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-engraver-for-small-business/) - [The Best Laser Engraver for Tumblers in 2026: Rotary-Ready Picks](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-engraver-for-tumblers/) - [Best xTool Laser Engraver in 2026: Which xTool Should You Buy?](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-xtool-laser-engravers/) ## xTool F1 Ultra FAQ ### Is the xTool F1 Ultra safe to use without goggles? xTool rates the F1 Ultra Class 4 even though it has an enclosed lid. The cover is designed to filter both wavelengths, so keep it closed during jobs; if you open it or run anything with it open, wear eyewear rated for both 455 nm and 1064 nm. ### Can the F1 Ultra cut metal? Only very thin sheet. The Amazon listing says the 20 W fiber cuts 0.3 mm stainless, 0.4 mm brass and 0.2 mm aluminum. It's built to mark and deep-engrave metal, not to cut it. The F2 Ultra's 60 W MOPA cuts up to 2 mm brass and stainless, per xTool. ### Does the F1 Ultra do color marking on stainless steel? No. Its fiber source is Q-switched, not MOPA, so it doesn't color-mark stainless or titanium. For color marking, step up to the xTool F2 Ultra. ### Does the F1 Ultra support LightBurn? Yes, with caveats. LightBurn 2.2 lists the F1 Ultra as supported (table dated October 6, 2026), including multi-source jobs, but only on current xTool firmware (40.52.016.05 or higher for the Class 4 model, 40.53.007.05 or higher for the Class 1 model). xTool's built-in cameras don't work in LightBurn, so camera placement stays in xTool Studio. ## Sources - [amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9Q787GN?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - [xtool.com](https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f1-ultra-20w-fiber-diode-dual-laser-engraver) - [makezine.com](https://makezine.com/article/digital-fabrication/laser-cutting-digital-fabrication/review-xtool-f1-ultra-laser-cutter) Not sold yet? ## Alternatives to the xTool F1 Ultra ![LaserPecker LP5 20W Fiber & Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/laserpecker-lp5.BTOKQHf7_ZsFNUe.webp) ### [LaserPecker LP5 20W Fiber & Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/laserpecker-lp5/) 7.2 - 20 W dual laser - Galvo (portable) - 160 × 120 mm - Bare metal Mobile engravers who need fiber-plus-diode capability in the lightest package and will add the enclosure for indoor or retail use. $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK1HVN69?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/laserpecker-lp5/) ![xTool F2 Ultra 60W MOPA & 40W Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-f2-ultra.DrjJWpXa_Z1SaTeS.webp) ### [xTool F2 Ultra 60W MOPA & 40W Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f2-ultra/) 8.5 - 60 W dual laser - Galvo (portable) - 220 × 220 mm - Bare metal Jewelry makers and engraving businesses that need deep, fast and color metal engraving plus a capable diode in one enclosed workstation. $$$$ Pro Price tier: Pro base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHWVMX2L?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f2-ultra/) ![xTool F2 Portable Dual Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-f2.CKt7NejJ_hguby.webp) ### [xTool F2 Portable Dual Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f2/) 8.1 - 15 W dual laser - Galvo (portable) - 115 × 115 mm - Bare metal Craft-fair and pop-up sellers who personalize small items on the spot (metal tags, tumblers, phone cases, leather) and need to carry the laser. $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G1LDYYC3?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f2/) [Compare all 16 lasers →](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/) ## Helpful guides [Top picks ### The 7 Best Laser Engravers of 2026: Ranked for Home, Craft and Small Business The best laser engravers of 2026, ranked: xTool P2S, xTool M2, Creality Falcon A1 Pro, xTool F2 and more, with honest wattage, laser class and price notes. 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