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- P2S and P3 CO₂ research
- F2 Ultra hybrid research
- Buyers comparing exact regional configurations
Watch for
- Regional class and warranty can differ
- Bundles change installed cost
- Maximum speed is not production throughput
Machines in this decision
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xTool P2S
Evidence recordCO2 · 55 W · 600 × 305 mm
- Fit
- premium enclosed CO₂ workflow
- Watch
- regional SKU/class and warranty must match
- Price context
- $2,799 — US standalone displayed price observed 15 Sep 2026; storefront also labeled P2S Pre Order, so dispatch remains unresolved
xTool P3
Evidence recordCO2 · 80 W · 915 × 458 mm
- Fit
- larger-format enclosed CO₂ workflow
- Watch
- 105 kg machine demands route and bench planning
- Price context
- $6,299 — US standalone displayed price observed 15 Sep 2026; not an installed quote and subject to cart, region and configuration
xTool F2 Ultra
Evidence recordDual diode/fiber · 40 W blue diode + 60 W 1064 nm MOPA · 220 × 220 mm internal area
- Fit
- integrated dual-process workflow
- Watch
- small internal work area
- Price context
- $5,299 — US dual 60 W MOPA + 40 W diode standalone price observed 10 Sep 2026; MOPA-only and bundle prices differ
Evidence desk
Side-by-side documented facts
Each record shows its evidence date. Prices, bundles, availability and regional terms can change; recheck the exact configuration before purchase.
| Criterion | xTool P2S | xTool P3 | xTool F2 Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser process | CO2 · 55 W | CO2 · 80 W | Dual diode/fiber · 40 W blue diode + 60 W 1064 nm MOPA |
| Published work area | 600 × 305 mm | 915 × 458 mm | 220 × 220 mm internal area |
| Enclosure / class context | Sold in documented Class 1 and Class 4 versions; verify the exact SKU before purchase | Class 1 in the documented standalone configuration; adding the intelligent conveyor changes the system to Class 4 | Integrated enclosed workflow per current product documentation |
| Ventilation context | Built-in 145 CFM exhaust fan and exhaust hose; official guidance routes outdoors and filtration is optional | IF2 2.0 inline fan included; AP2/AP2 Max filtration is separate unless included in the selected bundle | Use model-specific extraction and material controls |
| Machine dimensions | 1,000 × 639 × 268 mm | 1,250 × 780 × 496 mm in the product/manual table; the FAQ gives 808 mm depth, so plan the route conservatively | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Published weight | 45 kg (99.21 lb) | 105 kg | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Rotary compatibility | Optional rotary; official FAQ lists geometry limits that change when the riser base is used | Optional RA3/RA2; published ranges depend on roller, chuck, sphere and ring configuration | RA3 rotary supported; exact object capacity was not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Electrical / cooling | Maximum machine input listed as 700 W; verify the selected regional voltage and complete accessory load · Built-in liquid-cooling system requires purified water and model-specific, temperature-dependent antifreeze preparation | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz; official sources conflict between 1,400 W maximum and 1,700 W input · Built-in inverter water chiller with a 1,200 ml tank; use the exact manual's water and antifreeze instructions | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Software | xTool Studio/XCS by USB, Wi-Fi or IP; LightBurn works by cable but does not support the cameras or autofocus | xTool Studio on Windows/macOS via USB or Wi-Fi; reviewed P3 evidence did not establish LightBurn support | xTool Studio/XCS; current official FAQ says F2 Ultra is no longer LightBurn-compatible |
| Availability | US standalone and bundles listed for sale on 3 Sep 2026; recheck the exact SKU, classification and cart | US page listed standalone and bundled variants as available with 3–5 business-day shipping on 3 Sep 2026 | Official US page stated shipment in 7–9 business days when checked 3 Sep 2026 |
| Published price | $2,799. US standalone displayed price observed 15 Sep 2026; storefront also labeled P2S Pre Order, so dispatch remains unresolved | $6,299. US standalone displayed price observed 15 Sep 2026; not an installed quote and subject to cart, region and configuration | $5,299. US dual 60 W MOPA + 40 W diode standalone price observed 10 Sep 2026; MOPA-only and bundle prices differ |
| Warranty context | US P2-series terms: 12 months main components, six months laser tube and three months mirrors/focusing lens; regional terms differ | Current US product page states 12 months; current UK page states 24 months, so match the region and SKU | Verify current regional policy |
| Specification record date | Sep 7, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| Later field checks | price: Sep 15, 2026 — USD 2,799 — P2S standalone displayed offer; availability: Sep 15, 2026 — Pre Order label displayed; exact dispatch date not established | price: Sep 15, 2026 — USD 6,299 — P3 standalone displayed offer | No separately dated field update |
CO₂ range: P2S and P3
P2S is a 55 W CO₂ system with a published 600 × 305 mm area. P3 moves to a documented 80 W source and 915 × 458 mm area, but its 105 kg mass, conflicting 1,400/1,700 W official input figures and larger route make site planning a first-order decision.
These systems are relevant to verified acrylic and organic-material workflows. Regional classification, warranty, price and bundle content must match the exact purchase location; P3 is Class 1 standalone but becomes Class 4 with the conveyor.
Hybrid range: F2 Ultra
F2 Ultra combines documented diode and MOPA sources inside a compact workflow. Each material must route to the correct source; hybrid does not mean every material or operation is supported.
Its small internal field favors compact personalization rather than large sheet production. Current regional price and warranty remain fields to verify in the exact cart.
How to compare xTool
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F2 Ultra versus F1 Ultra
The exact comparison separates conventional fiber from MOPA and shows why a shared 220 × 220 mm field does not make the systems equivalent.
Decision criteria
Primary and authoritative sources
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- xTool P3: xTool P3 official manual and specifications
- xTool F2 Ultra: xTool F2 Ultra official manual
- xTool F2 Ultra: xTool F2 Ultra material routing
- xTool: laser material safety guidance
- xTool P2S: Official xTool P2S US product page
- xTool P2S: Official xTool P2S user guide
- xTool P2S: Official P2S classification and material-safety guidance
- xTool P2S: Official P2-series warranty periods
- xTool P3: xTool P3 official US product page
- xTool P3: xTool P3 official FAQ
- xTool F2 Ultra: xTool F2 Ultra official product page