Best for
- Small-format metal personalization
- Dual-source buyers
- Dedicated MOPA buyers
Watch for
- Work area and lens are not equivalent
- Open versus enclosed workflow changes risk
- Published speeds are not comparable throughput
Machines in this decision
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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
ComMarker B6 MOPA
Evidence recordMOPA fiber · 20 W, 30 W or 60 W configurations · Lens/configuration dependent
- Fit
- dedicated MOPA station
- Watch
- open workflow needs controlled-area assessment
- Price context
- From $2,599 — US 20 W Basic price observed 7 Sep 2026; 30 W and 60 W Basic configurations were $3,099 and $3,999, and control bundles cost more
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 F2 Ultra | ComMarker B6 MOPA |
|---|---|---|
| Laser process | Dual diode/fiber · 40 W blue diode + 60 W 1064 nm MOPA | MOPA fiber · 20 W, 30 W or 60 W configurations |
| Published work area | 220 × 220 mm internal area | Lens/configuration dependent |
| Enclosure / class context | Integrated enclosed workflow per current product documentation | Open marking format in reviewed product evidence |
| Ventilation context | Use model-specific extraction and material controls | No universal extraction configuration established |
| Machine dimensions | Not established in the reviewed evidence | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Published weight | Not established in the reviewed evidence | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Rotary compatibility | RA3 rotary supported; exact object capacity was not established in the reviewed evidence | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Electrical / cooling | Not established in the reviewed evidence | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Software | xTool Studio/XCS; current official FAQ says F2 Ultra is no longer LightBurn-compatible | Not established in the reviewed evidence |
| Availability | Official US page stated shipment in 7–9 business days when checked 3 Sep 2026 | 20 W, 30 W and 60 W configurations listed for sale on the official US page on 7 Sep 2026 |
| Published price | $5,299. US dual 60 W MOPA + 40 W diode standalone price observed 10 Sep 2026; MOPA-only and bundle prices differ | From $2,599. US 20 W Basic price observed 7 Sep 2026; 30 W and 60 W Basic configurations were $3,099 and $3,999, and control bundles cost more |
| Warranty context | Verify current regional policy | Verify current regional warranty before purchase |
| Specification record date | Sep 10, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 |
| Later field checks | No separately dated field update | No separately dated field update |
Choose the first option when…
Choose F2 Ultra when the 220 × 220 mm enclosed area, 60 W MOPA plus 40 W diode routing and integrated workflow fit the product mix.
Choose the second option when…
Choose B6 when a dedicated JPT MOPA configuration, selected lens and open-station flexibility are required and professional controls are feasible.
Choose neither when…
Choose neither when the part does not fit, the exact metal/finish is undocumented, or the workspace cannot support the required enclosure, access and fume controls.
A useful comparison can end without a purchase. Resolve the failed material, workspace or cost gate before reopening the shortlist.
Decision criteria
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