May 31, 2023 · As has been explained already, a CNC requires more setup, but will be faster when cutting thicker materials. Assuming everything is only 2D cuts ...

May 31, 2023 · CNC is much faster and more powerful. Laser is more precise for tiny details as it doesn't involve stressful cutting forces on the wood fibers ...

Jun 15, 2018 · The CNC is accurate for very tiny, delicate work too, but the laser is far faster and easier to use for cutting delicate materials. The flip ...

Apr 18, 2019 · A bit less fussy than a router, a lot cheaper than a laser. However, a router can cut wood and plastic where a plasma table fizzles. A router ...

Apr 11, 2014 · A CNC laser will only cut 2d. Meaning you can make neat designs, but they will be flat, whereas a CNC router should (some machines actually do ...

Aug 1, 2023 · A cnc router is definitely more versatile, as your friend can use the same CNC router as a laser engraver, and depending on the type. CNC router ...

May 11, 2023 · No laser cutter under $800 is going to cut any metals at all, so that leaves you with only one choice: CNC router.

Oct 22, 2015 · While this is correct observation, larger CNC machines can move spindle even faster than compact laser cutters. In the end it is gantry ...

Nov 29, 2021 · Laser cutters definitely can work. I've used it before on plywood, MDF, and a couple other wood materials. A CNC router will have an easier time ...

Apr 29, 2024 · I'd invest in a CNC router. You can always retrofit a laser to it (if the controller board also supports lasers). You get more bang for the buck ...