I will add it to my long list to review! I really prefer the S1's pinpoint positioning system vs a camera, which the Roly has. I think the Roly seems most like the WeCreat Vision, which is a good machine it's just not my favorite. But of course, everyone's milage may vary when it comes to what they want in a laser :)
Hi! Thank you for this thorough video. I am a hobbyist crafter who is starting a small business. I love my Cricut machines but want to explore wood and acrylic crafts. My craft area is a small space that doubles as a guest bedroom. I am tech savvy and don't think the learning curve will be too steep. Would you recommend the Vista, Vision, or M1 Ultra? I want something that can grow with me and my business. Thank you for your thoughts!
Thanks for all the info! I would love to see the spreadsheet you said you were going to make with the comparisons of the machines. Any idea when you’ll have that available????
Amazing review, thank you. Do you find the inability to engrave clear acrylic or glass is an issue with the diode machines? I understand CO2 lasers can but they are expensive. Any thought?
It depends on what you want to make! You definitely can’t do it so if you want to you have to get a CO2 even though they are more expensive. I do have a CO2 and use it for projects that my diodes can’t do.
Where can I find out the thickness of the material (wood, acrylic, leather) that the WeCreate Vista can cut. The bundled products with the machine have 0.05" acrylic and 1/8" plywood. The Houston Acrylics have 1/8" products for sale. Do you think the Houston Acrylics will work in the Vista?
Houston has a helpful section on their website that has the acrylic they’ve been able to cut with a diode: houstonacrylic.com/collections/diode-tested-materials?srsltid=AfmBOorPPVzgsPXuhRQ_UXnkkOfHOsPunadHCZLa4A4vQCKu3lBzHRnP this is a helpful link for all of the lasers! :)
I have used the Xtool M1 (10 watt) for several years and really love it but would really like something a bit faster. I cut mainly 3mm wood. Do you think upgrading to the 40watt makes a big difference in speed? I thought I wanted a Wecreate Vision 40w but after watching your video, I am going to research the S1 some more. But I may not bother with an upgrade if the difference in wattage isn't significant. Any thoughts?
Hey, I have been banging my head over which laser to buy. I don't sell my projects, I just enjoy making and giving to family and friends. I don't have a lot of space and want to know if all lasers have to have vent system with them.
believe that in one of your videos on the Vista, you recommended a few suppliers for blanks and supplies. Huston Acrylic and another wood supplier. Could you please let me know the wood supplier that you use for cutting boards, etc.Thank you
I am really struggling here to decide which to buy. I understand that you can get the 2W Infrared for the WeCreat Vision but you cannot change it out or add the 2W Infrared on the M1 Ultra? If that's the case, why would someone chose the M1 Ultra over the WeCreat Vision? That along with the auto leveling riser on the WeCreat Vision, seems the only choice is to get the WeCreat Vision, but am I wrong?
There is no IR module for the M1 Ultra, but a lot of crafters don't want to do jewelry or other metal engraving so it's not something they are looking at. :)
The M1 Ultra says the 20watt will cut 10mm. Which is actually almost 1/2 an inch (.038) to be more accurate. Also nothing works with a Glowforge without an Internet connection & the base software is useless. You need a subscription (like $290 a year up front or $50 a month) to do anything reasonable. After that Glowforge owns your designs. Yep. Look up the lawsuits. Xtool M1 Ultra is the better choice if Glowforge is going to be considered at all.
It’s $699 now, on presale. But I wanted to give the full price so that my video would reflect that after the presale. That’s why I said to always check for their sales. ☺️
What an awesome video. Thank you for taking the time! Wondering were we can find the comparison spreadsheet?
I still need to work on it!
I would really like to know your thoughts on the Roly LaserMATIC Mk2. Seems to be favored far over the S1.
I will add it to my long list to review! I really prefer the S1's pinpoint positioning system vs a camera, which the Roly has. I think the Roly seems most like the WeCreat Vision, which is a good machine it's just not my favorite. But of course, everyone's milage may vary when it comes to what they want in a laser :)
Hi! Thank you for this thorough video. I am a hobbyist crafter who is starting a small business. I love my Cricut machines but want to explore wood and acrylic crafts. My craft area is a small space that doubles as a guest bedroom. I am tech savvy and don't think the learning curve will be too steep. Would you recommend the Vista, Vision, or M1 Ultra? I want something that can grow with me and my business. Thank you for your thoughts!
I think overall I would go with the M1 Ultra. I think it's probably the best of those three!
Thank you so much for providing this video. Helpful and timely (since the WeCreate sale is on right now).
Glad you found it helpful!
Another excellent video. Thank you
You're welcome! :)
Thanks for all the info! I would love to see the spreadsheet you said you were going to make with the comparisons of the machines. Any idea when you’ll have that available????
I need to finish it up! I am working on it!
Did the M1 Ultra replace the Cricut for you?
Definitely not. It's just not nearly as fast or easy as my Cricut machines.
Thank you so much Cori for great information and advice! Hugs Liz x
You're welcome Liz!
@@HeyLetsMakeStuff Thanks again Cori! 💕
Amazing review, thank you. Do you find the inability to engrave clear acrylic or glass is an issue with the diode machines? I understand CO2 lasers can but they are expensive. Any thought?
It depends on what you want to make! You definitely can’t do it so if you want to you have to get a CO2 even though they are more expensive. I do have a CO2 and use it for projects that my diodes can’t do.
Where can I find out the thickness of the material (wood, acrylic, leather) that the WeCreate Vista can cut. The bundled products with the machine have 0.05" acrylic and 1/8" plywood. The Houston Acrylics have 1/8" products for sale. Do you think the Houston Acrylics will work in the Vista?
Houston has a helpful section on their website that has the acrylic they’ve been able to cut with a diode: houstonacrylic.com/collections/diode-tested-materials?srsltid=AfmBOorPPVzgsPXuhRQ_UXnkkOfHOsPunadHCZLa4A4vQCKu3lBzHRnP this is a helpful link for all of the lasers! :)
I have used the Xtool M1 (10 watt) for several years and really love it but would really like something a bit faster. I cut mainly 3mm wood. Do you think upgrading to the 40watt makes a big difference in speed? I thought I wanted a Wecreate Vision 40w but after watching your video, I am going to research the S1 some more. But I may not bother with an upgrade if the difference in wattage isn't significant. Any thoughts?
The higher wattage will definitely cut a bit faster. I would definitely recommend the S1 over the WeCreate. It's my most-used laser, so far!
Hey, I have been banging my head over which laser to buy. I don't sell my projects, I just enjoy making and giving to family and friends. I don't have a lot of space and want to know if all lasers have to have vent system with them.
All of them come with a vent pipe but none of them come with a filter. You can use a window if you don't want to buy a filter :)
Question which one will cut mdf for sublimation to make like buttons
You can cut MDF with any of these machines.
believe that in one of your videos on the Vista, you recommended a few suppliers for blanks and supplies. Huston Acrylic and another wood supplier. Could you please let me know the wood supplier that you use for cutting boards, etc.Thank you
Craft Closet is a great vendor for various types of wood sheets!
I’m looking for a laser that will cut metal. Do any of these do that or do I need a professional machine?
You'll need a much more expensive fiber laser. None of these will even engrave metal that doesn't have a special coating on them.
Thanks for the informations. Is the excel file with the comparison table anywhere check out?
Not yet! But I'm working on it!
I am really struggling here to decide which to buy. I understand that you can get the 2W Infrared for the WeCreat Vision but you cannot change it out or add the 2W Infrared on the M1 Ultra? If that's the case, why would someone chose the M1 Ultra over the WeCreat Vision? That along with the auto leveling riser on the WeCreat Vision, seems the only choice is to get the WeCreat Vision, but am I wrong?
There is no IR module for the M1 Ultra, but a lot of crafters don't want to do jewelry or other metal engraving so it's not something they are looking at. :)
@@HeyLetsMakeStuff Fair enough, thank you for the quick reply.
Can 1w lasers pop a ballon from 20 meters distances?
I have no idea
@ Ohh, thanks anyway ❤️
The M1 Ultra says the 20watt will cut 10mm. Which is actually almost 1/2 an inch (.038) to be more accurate.
Also nothing works with a Glowforge without an Internet connection & the base software is useless. You need a subscription (like $290 a year up front or $50 a month) to do anything reasonable. After that Glowforge owns your designs. Yep. Look up the lawsuits.
Xtool M1 Ultra is the better choice if Glowforge is going to be considered at all.
WeCreat Vista is $699
It’s $699 now, on presale. But I wanted to give the full price so that my video would reflect that after the presale. That’s why I said to always check for their sales. ☺️
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