# xTool P3 Review (2026): Pros, Cons & Price > xTool P3 review: 80 W co2 laser, enclosed, 915 × 458 mm. Specs, materials, pros, cons and our 8.6/10 verdict. - Source: https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p3/ - Markdown version: https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p3.md - Last updated: 2026-10-30 --- - [Home](https://laserengraversguide.com/) - [Compare lasers](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/) - xTool P3 80W Flagship CO2 Laser 8.6 ![xTool P3 80W Flagship CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-p3.DDJ_t47w_2ejz7C.webp) xTool · Pro # xTool P3 80W Flagship CO2 Laser Review Production shops that want a large-format, Class 1, highly automated CO2 cutter for batch work and can justify a $6,300-plus machine. - 80 W co2 - Enclosed - 915 × 458 mm - Class 1 $$$$ Pro Price tier: Pro price tier · see Amazon for today's price [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMJLMNF8?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 P3 is the most capable and safest laser in this guide: a Class 1, 80 W CO2 with a 36 × 18 in bed, a built-in chiller and fire suppression, and automation that Tom's Hardware found slick and accurate. It's also enormous, expensive and locked to xTool Studio. Buy it when throughput and safety in a shared shop justify the price; most home makers will be happier with the P2S at less than half the cost. ### What we like - 80 W CO2, a 915 × 458 mm (36 × 18 in) bed, 1,200 mm/s, and 20 mm basswood / 25 mm acrylic in one pass (maker claim) - Class 1 certified, with built-in CO2 fire suppression, 8 IR sensors and side cameras - Built-in inverter water chiller and motorized AutoLift autofocus - Optional 5 W IR module adds bare-metal and plastic engraving ### Watch out for - 231 lb and 1.25 m wide; Tom's Hardware calls it massive, and the mobile stand is extra - No LightBurn support: xTool Studio only, which some pros dislike - The head bumped work in progress a couple of times in Tom's Hardware's testing - Only 25 Amazon ratings for a $6,000-plus purchase ## Score breakdown Engraving & cutting 9.6 Ease of use 8.8 Safety & build 9.2 Value 6.2 80 W CO2 (xTool rating); optional 5 W IR module · Enclosed · Class 1 ## xTool P3 specs | Brand | xTool | | --- | --- | | Laser type | CO2 (10.6 µm CO2 (optional 5 W 1064 nm IR module)) | | Output power | 80 W CO2 (xTool rating); optional 5 W IR module | | Format | Enclosed | | Work area | 915 × 458 mm (36 × 18 in). 220 mm motorized AutoLift height; quick-release conveyor sold separately | | Max speed | 1,200 mm/s (maker rating) | | Laser class | Class 1 | | Cuts wood | Up to 20 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 (not LightBurn-compatible) | | Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | | Weight | 231.5 lb | | Warranty | 1 year | | Price tier | $$$$ Pro (over $3,500). See Amazon for today's price. | - xTool's spec table doesn't call out air assist separately; we've marked it built-in by analogy with the P2S it supersedes. Confirm on the listing if it matters for your workflow. - Tom's Hardware reviewed it at a $6,999 MSRP, and its Amazon price widget showed $7,899 at the time; Amazon showed $6,299 (sold by xTool Lab) on Oct 29, 2026. - Per xTool, the 5 W IR module, RA3 rotary and conveyor are sold separately unless bundled. - The CO2 beam only marks coated metal; the optional IR module enables bare stainless and aluminum. ### Bundles and power options Each option is a separate Amazon listing. Prices are typical street prices, not live. | Option | What's different | Price | | --- | --- | --- | | xTool P3 | Our pick: machine only | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMJLMNF8?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) | | P3 Versatile Bundle | Adds mobile work stand, conveyor feeder and RA3 rotary | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKN1KDBD?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) | | P3 All-in-One Bundle | Versatile bundle plus AP2 Max air purifier | [Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKN7N49V?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 P3 is xTool’s flagship 80 W CO2 laser: a Class 1 machine with a 915 × 458 mm (36 × 18 in) bed, a built-in water chiller, built-in fire suppression and motorized autofocus. It’s our pick for the best CO2 and pro laser. It’s priced like production equipment, at about $6,299–7,899 (Amazon showed $6,299 on October 29, 2026; Tom’s Hardware reviewed it at a $6,999 MSRP), so check today’s price. At this level the decision is about throughput, and the [profit calculator](https://laserengraversguide.com/tools/profit-calculator/) is the place to start. ## Who the P3 is for (and who should skip it) It’s for production shops, makerspaces, schools and busy small businesses that cut full sheets every day and need Class 1 safety in a space other people use. The 36 × 18 in bed is the largest of any laser we track, 1,200 mm/s speed cuts job times, and Class 1 certification plus fire suppression make it easier to justify in a classroom or shared studio than an open-tube CO2. Skip it if you’re a home maker or a one-person shop starting out. The [xTool P2S](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p2s/) does much of the same work for less than half the price, if you can vent a Class 4 machine. Skip it if LightBurn is essential, or if you don’t have the floor space: the P3 weighs 231 lb and is about 1.25 m wide. For a Class 1 machine at a fraction of the cost and size, the [xTool S1 40W](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-s1-40w/) is the diode alternative, without clear acrylic. ## Key capabilities xTool claims 20 mm basswood and 25 mm acrylic in one pass, including clear acrylic, and CO2 engraves glass directly. The motorized AutoLift gives 220 mm of height and handles autofocus, so tall objects and thick stock don’t need manual adjustment. Tom’s Hardware called the machine massive and found its automation slick and accurate, though the head bumped work in progress a couple of times during testing. That’s worth knowing if you cut warped sheets. The built-in inverter water chiller is a practical upgrade over older CO2 designs. Traditional glass-tube machines, like the budget [OMTech K40+](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/omtech-k40-plus-45w/), need a pump in a bucket or a separate chiller. On the P3, cooling is integrated and xTool says it keeps output stable across different room conditions. Two notes on the spec sheet. xTool’s table doesn’t call out air assist separately; we list it as built in by analogy with the P2S, but confirm on the listing if it matters to your workflow. And CO2 marks only coated metal; the optional 5 W IR module is xTool’s route to bare stainless and aluminum. ## What you’ll need beyond the box - **An exhaust route or a large purifier.** xTool includes an IF2 2.0 inline fan with the P3, but you still need a duct run outside. Where that’s impossible, xTool positions its larger SafetyPro AP2 Max purifier for the P3, and the [All-in-One bundle](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKN7N49V?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) (about $9,559) includes it. Our [ventilation guide](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/laser-engraver-ventilation-guide/) covers duct runs and purifiers. - **No chiller to buy.** Cooling is built in, which saves the cost and space of an external chiller. - **A stand and floor space.** At 231 lb, the P3 needs a serious base, and xTool’s mobile work stand is extra. The [Versatile Bundle](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKN1KDBD?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) (about $7,309) adds the stand, a conveyor feeder and the [RA3 rotary](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPLTWJ38?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20). Plan the delivery and lift too. - **Eye protection for exceptions.** As a Class 1 machine, the P3 needs no goggles in normal use. If you add the 5 W IR module, remember that 1064 nm needs its own eyewear for any maintenance with covers open. Check xTool’s manual for that setup. - **A backup extinguisher.** Built-in CO2 fire suppression is a real safety feature, but keep an [ABC extinguisher](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084P5PPNC?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) nearby and don’t leave cuts unattended. - **Material to justify it.** [Clear cast acrylic](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHSCPS3K?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) and plywood are where a CO2 earns its keep. See the [accessories page](https://laserengraversguide.com/accessories/) for more. ## Reliability and warranty xTool covers the P3 for 1 year, and its store lists a 14-day return policy. With only 25 Amazon ratings on October 29, 2026, there isn’t much owner history for a $6,000-plus purchase, so lean on xTool’s direct support and confirm warranty terms with the seller (Amazon’s offer was sold by xTool Lab). The 5 W IR module, RA3 rotary and conveyor are sold separately unless bundled, so compare bundles carefully against what your shop will actually use. ## Bottom line The P3 is the most capable and safest laser we track: a Class 1, 80 W CO2 with a 36 × 18 in bed, a built-in chiller, fire suppression and automation that reviewers found accurate. It’s also enormous, expensive and locked to xTool Studio. Buy it when throughput and safety in a shared space justify the price. Most home makers will be happier with the P2S. Our [best laser engraver for small business](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-laser-engraver-for-small-business/) and [laser engraving business startup cost](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/laser-engraving-business-startup-cost/) guides help you size the investment. Ready to buy? · 8.6/10 xTool P3 80W Flagship CO2 Laser $$$$ Pro Price tier: Pro · 80 W co2 · Enclosed [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMJLMNF8?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) ## Accessories for the xTool P3 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. - 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**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) - Materials**Clear cast acrylic sheets, 12 × 12 × 1/8 in (10-pack)**Compatible, third-partyCast acrylic cuts with flame-polished edges on a CO2 laser; it's the material that justifies buying one. CO2 only: blue diodes pass straight through clear acrylic.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHSCPS3K?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - Materials**VIBRATITE 4-inch square black slate coasters (60-pack)**Universal fitBest-selling laser blank: slate engraves light grey on black with any diode, CO2 or IR source.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDWL9YPH?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 Enclosed Laser Engravers of 2026: Which Are Really Class 1?](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-enclosed-laser-engravers/) - [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/) - [Best xTool Laser Engraver in 2026: Which xTool Should You Buy?](https://laserengraversguide.com/posts/best-xtool-laser-engravers/) ## xTool P3 FAQ ### Does the xTool P3 need an external water chiller? No. xTool builds an inverter water chiller into the P3 to keep the 80 W CO2 laser stable across different room conditions. That's one less box to buy and plumb compared with traditional CO2 machines that need a separate chiller. ### Is the xTool P3 a Class 1 laser? Yes. The P3 is Class 1 certified, with built-in CO2 fire suppression, 8 IR flame sensors and side cameras. Class 1 covers the laser light, not the smoke, so it still needs venting or a purifier. ### Does the xTool P3 work with LightBurn? No. The P3 runs only in xTool Studio. If your shop is built around LightBurn, that's a real drawback; the smaller xTool P2S does support LightBurn. ### Can the P3 engrave bare metal? Not with the CO2 laser alone, which marks only coated metal. xTool sells an optional 5 W IR module that adds bare stainless and aluminum engraving, plus some plastics. ## Sources - [amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMJLMNF8?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20) - [xtool.com](https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-p3-the-flagship-80w-co2-laser-cutters) - [tomshardware.com](https://www.tomshardware.com/maker-stem/xtool-p3-review) Not sold yet? ## Alternatives to the xTool P3 ![xTool P2S 55W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-p2s.Pf-kujUy_EYMdl.webp) ### [xTool P2S 55W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p2s/) 8.7 - 55 W co2 - Enclosed - 600 × 305 mm Makers and small businesses who want to cut thick wood and every kind of acrylic, engrave glass, and still have camera-guided, autofocus convenience. $$$$ Premium Price tier: Premium base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDXQYH36?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-p2s/) ![OMTech K40+ 45W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/omtech-k40-plus-45w.BEOGj9sl_Z251lPN.webp) ### [OMTech K40+ 45W Desktop CO2 Laser](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/omtech-k40-plus-45w/) 7.0 - 45 W co2 - Enclosed - 300 × 200 mm Tinkerers on a budget who need what diodes can't do, cutting clear acrylic and engraving glass, and don't mind learning mirror alignment and water cooling. $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range base bundle on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFM5L5MD?tag=laserengraversguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/omtech-k40-plus-45w/) ![xTool F2 Ultra 60W MOPA & 40W Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/_astro/xtool-f2-ultra.DrjJWpXa_Z1SaTeS.webp) ### [xTool F2 Ultra 60W MOPA & 40W Diode](https://laserengraversguide.com/laser-engravers/xtool-f2-ultra/) 8.5 - 60 W dual laser - Galvo (portable) - 220 × 220 mm - Bare metal Jewelry makers and engraving businesses that need deep, fast and color metal engraving plus a capable diode in one enclosed workstation. $$$$ 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/) [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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