# xTool P2S Review (2026): Pros, Cons & Price > xTool P2S review: 55 W co2 laser, enclosed, 600 × 305 mm. Specs, materials, pros, cons and our 8.7/10 verdict. - Source: https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p2s/ - Markdown version: https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p2s.md - Last updated: 2026-10-30 --- - [Home](https://laserengraversguide.com/) - [Compare lasers](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/) - xTool P2S 55W Desktop CO2 Laser 8.7 ![xTool P2S 55W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-p2s.Pf-kujUy_1oqF4a.webp) xTool · Premium # xTool P2S 55W Desktop CO2 Laser Review Makers and small businesses who want to cut thick wood and every kind of acrylic, engrave glass, and still have camera-guided, autofocus convenience. - 55 W co2 - Enclosed - 600 × 305 mm - Class 4 (enclosed lid) $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium price tier · see Amazon for today's price [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDXQYH36?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 For buyers who can vent a laser outside, the P2S is the best all-rounder in this guide: CO2 cuts thick wood and clear acrylic that no diode can, xTool's cameras and autofocus make it nearly as easy as a craft laser, and the Amazon price has fallen to about $2,900. It's big, heavy and Class 4, and its glass tube is a wear item. If you need Class 1 in a shared space, look at the xTool S1 or the far pricier P3; if you mainly engrave small items, a diode saves money. ### What we like - 55 W CO2: 18 mm basswood and 20 mm acrylic in one pass (maker claim), including clear acrylic - Dual 16 MP cameras, LiDAR autofocus and curved-surface engraving - 600 × 305 mm bed plus passthrough for 3 m-long stock; strong built-in exhaust and air pump - Amazon price has fallen to about $2,919 from a $4,199 launch price ### Watch out for - Class 4 machine in a 99 lb, 1 m-wide box; needs a sturdy bench and venting outside or the AP2 purifier - The glass tube fades with use (xTool: about 95% power at 1,000 h, about 70% at 6,000–8,000 h) - Fire-safety set is extra; riser, conveyor and rotary add $1,000 or more - LightBurn works, but without camera or autofocus support ## Score breakdown Engraving & cutting 9.2 Ease of use 8.8 Safety & build 7.8 Value 8.4 55 W CO2 (xTool rating) · Enclosed · Class 4 (enclosed lid) ## xTool P2S specs | Brand | xTool | | --- | --- | | Laser type | CO2 (10.6 µm CO2 glass tube) | | Output power | 55 W CO2 (xTool rating) | | Format | Enclosed | | Work area | 600 × 305 mm (23.6 × 12 in). AutoPassthrough for stock up to 118 in (3,000 mm) long; 215 mm object height with the riser base | | Max speed | 600 mm/s (maker rating) | | Laser class | Class 4 (enclosed lid) | | Cuts wood | Up to 18 mm (maker claim) | | Clear acrylic | Yes | | Metal | Coated metal only | | Air assist | Built in | | Camera | Yes | | Autofocus | Yes | | Rotary | Optional add-on | | Software | xTool Studio / xTool Creative Space, LightBurn | | Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | | Weight | 99.2 lb | | Warranty | 1 year | | Price tier | $$$ Premium ($1,500–$3,500). See Amazon for today's price. | - xTool spec table (Oct 29, 2026): 18 mm basswood / 20 mm acrylic in one pass; rotary diameter 3–50 mm without the riser, up to 180 mm with it. - A CO2 beam can't mark bare metal on its own; use coated or anodized stock or marking spray. The P3's optional IR module is xTool's CO2 route to bare metal. - The Gadgeteer listed the P2S at $4,199 at launch (Jan 2025). Amazon showed $2,919 against a $4,499 list price on Oct 29, 2026. - xTool's FAQ quotes a 6,000–8,000 hour tube life with gradual power loss. ### Bundles and power options Each option is a separate Amazon listing. Prices are typical street prices, not live. | Option | What's different | Price | | --- | --- | --- | | xTool P2S | Our pick: machine only | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDXQYH36?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) | | P2S Versatile Bundle | Adds RA3 rotary, riser base and conveyor feeder | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FYNZC9TC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) | | P2S All-in-One Bundle | Versatile bundle plus SafetyPro AP2 purifier | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FYP53DMB?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) | 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 P2S is a 55 W desktop CO2 laser with a 600 × 305 mm bed, dual cameras, LiDAR autofocus and a passthrough slot for long stock. It’s our best overall laser engraver for 2026, because it cuts thick wood and every kind of acrylic while staying almost as easy to use as a craft laser. Amazon listed it at about $2,919 on October 29, 2026, down from a $4,199 launch price, so check today’s price. If you’re torn between this and an enclosed diode, try the [laser matcher](https://laserengraversguide.com/tools/laser-matcher/) or read our [best laser engravers of 2026](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-engravers-2026/). ## Who the P2S is for (and who should skip it) It’s for makers and small businesses who want one machine for signs, boxes, earrings, cake toppers, acrylic displays and engraved glassware, and who have a garage, workshop or room with a window for the exhaust. If the material list includes clear acrylic or glass, a CO2 like this is the tool for it. Skip it if you need a Class 1 machine in a shared room and can’t vent outside. The [xTool S1 40W](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-s1-40w/) is Class 1 and cuts thick wood, though not clear acrylic. Skip it if you mainly engrave small items, where a diode costs far less, or if bare metal is the job: CO2 marks only coated metal. And measure first. The P2S weighs 99 lb and is about 1 m wide. ## Cutting, engraving and ease of use xTool claims 18 mm basswood and 20 mm acrylic in one pass. Its FAQ adds a practical limit worth knowing: solid wood up to 18 mm is fine, but xTool advises against cutting plywood thicker than 12 mm, because thick plywood can catch fire. xTool also says the P2S cuts 3 mm basswood at 35 mm/s, which it puts at six times faster than a 20 W diode. That’s a maker figure, but CO2 lasers are much faster cutters than diodes. The convenience features are what make it our top pick. Dual 16 MP cameras show the bed for drag-and-drop placement, LiDAR autofocus measures material height, and curved-surface engraving handles uneven pieces. The AutoPassthrough slot accepts stock up to 3 m long. LightBurn works, but without camera or autofocus support, so you’ll frame jobs and enter thickness by hand. ## What you’ll need beyond the box - **Venting, first and foremost.** The built-in 145 CFM exhaust fan is meant to push smoke through a pipe out a window. For longer runs, add [4-inch foil ducting](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EUURUVM?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) and an [inline duct fan](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JB292JC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20). No window? The [xTool SafetyPro AP2](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHCJQS1J?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) is the purifier xTool pairs with the P2S, and the [All-in-One bundle](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FYP53DMB?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) includes it. Our [ventilation guide](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/laser-engraver-ventilation-guide/) covers both setups. - **Cooling is built in.** Unlike budget CO2 machines such as the [OMTech K40+](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/omtech-k40-plus-45w/), which runs a pump in a bucket of water, the P2S handles cooling internally. xTool’s alert system monitors cooling status and water level, so watch for those warnings and follow the manual’s maintenance schedule. - **Fire safety.** xTool’s fire-safety set is extra. At minimum, mount an [ABC extinguisher](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084P5PPNC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) and keep a [fire blanket](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TYT543Y?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) nearby. CO2 cuts by burning, so never leave a job unattended, AI fire detection or not. - **Eye safety.** The light-filtering lid locks during jobs, and there’s an emergency stop. Never defeat the interlock. The Amazon P2S is Class 4 with an enclosed lid, while xTool says it also sells a Class 1 variant, so check which one you’re buying if Class 1 matters. - **Bed, rotary and extras.** The [Honeycomb Working Panel 2.0](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D472GG2D?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) stops small parts from dropping through, and the [RA2 Pro rotary](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ2BXQ7N?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) handles tumblers. The [Versatile Bundle](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FYNZC9TC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) adds the RA3 rotary, riser base and conveyor for about $3,948. [Clear cast acrylic](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHSCPS3K?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) is the material that justifies a CO2. See the [accessories page](https://laserengraversguide.com/accessories/) for everything we’ve matched to the P2S. ## Reliability and warranty xTool covers the P2S for 1 year. The glass tube is the long-term wear item: xTool quotes 6,000–8,000 hours, with output down to about 95% at 1,000 hours and about 70% by the end of that range. For a hobbyist, that’s years of use; for a shop running daily, it’s a cost to plan for. One stock note: xTool’s own store showed the P2S as pre-order in late October 2026, while Amazon had it available. ## Bottom line If you can vent a laser outdoors, the P2S is the best all-rounder we track: CO2 cutting through thick wood and clear acrylic, glass engraving, and cameras plus autofocus that make it nearly as easy as a craft laser, now for about $2,900. It’s big, heavy and Class 4 as sold on Amazon, and its tube wears with use. Need Class 1 in a shared space? Choose the S1 or the much pricier [xTool P3](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p3/). Our [xTool S1 vs xTool P2S](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/xtool-s1-vs-xtool-p2s/) comparison breaks down that decision. Ready to buy? · 8.7/10 xTool P2S 55W Desktop CO2 Laser $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium · 55 W co2 · Enclosed [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDXQYH36?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) ## Accessories for the xTool P2S 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 SafetyPro AP2 smoke purifier**Official xToolThe purifier xTool pairs with its CO2 and high-power machines when venting outdoors isn't possible. xTool positions the larger AP2 Max for the P3.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHCJQS1J?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) - Bed & riser**xTool P2 Honeycomb Working Panel 2.0**Official xToolStops small cut pieces falling through the slats and cuts backside flashback on the P2S.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D472GG2D?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**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) - Materials**3 mm basswood plywood sheets, 12 × 12 in (12-pack)**Universal fitThe default test and project stock for every laser here; 12 × 12 in fits all but the smallest beds. Cut down for the 150 mm A1C or galvo machines.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRG9L2TD?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) Compatibility checked October 2026. More in our [laser engraver accessories guide](https://laserengraversguide.com/accessories/). ## Featured in our guides - [The 7 Best Laser Engravers of 2026: Ranked for Home, Craft and Small Business](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-engravers-2026/) - [The Best Laser Cutter for Wood in 2026: CO2 and High-Power Diode Picks](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-cutter-for-wood/) - [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/) ## xTool P2S FAQ ### Can the xTool P2S cut clear acrylic? Yes, and that's one of the main reasons to buy a CO2 laser. xTool claims the P2S cuts up to 20 mm acrylic in one pass, in any color, including clear. It also engraves glass directly, which blue diodes can't do without a coating. ### Do I need to vent the P2S outside? Yes, or use a dedicated purifier. xTool's built-in 145 CFM exhaust fan is designed to push smoke through a pipe out a window. If you can't vent outdoors, xTool pairs the P2S with its SafetyPro AP2 purifier, which costs about $919 on its own. ### How long does the P2S laser tube last? xTool quotes 6,000–8,000 hours for the glass CO2 tube, with power fading gradually: about 95% at 1,000 hours and about 70% by 6,000–8,000 hours. Most hobbyists won't get close to that for years, but busy shops should budget for a replacement tube. ### Can the P2S engrave stainless steel? Not directly. A CO2 beam marks only coated metal, such as anodized aluminum or powder-coated tumblers. xTool says bare stainless needs a marking spray first. For bare metal, look at a fiber laser such as the xTool F1 Ultra. ## Sources - [amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDXQYH36?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - [xtool.com](https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-p2s-55w-desktop-co2-laser-cutter-amz) - [the-gadgeteer.com](https://the-gadgeteer.com/2025/01/05/xtool-p2s-55w-desktop-co2-laser-cutter-review-a-laser-cutting-and-engraving-dream-machine) Not sold yet? ## Alternatives to the xTool P2S ![xTool P3 80W Flagship CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-p3.DDJ_t47w_ZGC5Ty.webp) ### [xTool P3 80W Flagship CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p3/) 8.6 - 80 W co2 - Enclosed - 915 × 458 mm Production shops that want a large-format, Class 1, highly automated CO2 cutter for batch work and can justify a $6,300-plus machine. $$$$ Pro Price tier: Pro base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMJLMNF8?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p3/) ![OMTech K40+ 45W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/omtech-k40-plus-45w.BEOGj9sl_Z251lPN.webp) ### [OMTech K40+ 45W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/omtech-k40-plus-45w/) 7.0 - 45 W co2 - Enclosed - 300 × 200 mm Tinkerers on a budget who need what diodes can't do, cutting clear acrylic and engraving glass, and don't mind learning mirror alignment and water cooling. $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFM5L5MD?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/omtech-k40-plus-45w/) ![LaserPecker LP5 20W Fiber & Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/laserpecker-lp5.BTOKQHf7_ZsFNUe.webp) ### [LaserPecker LP5 20W Fiber & Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/laserpecker-lp5/) 7.2 - 20 W dual laser - Galvo (portable) - 160 × 120 mm - Bare metal Mobile engravers who need fiber-plus-diode capability in the lightest package and will add the enclosure for indoor or retail use. $$$$ 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/) [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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