xTool - F2 5W IR & 15W Diode Portable Dual Laser Engraver

I’ve been using 3D printers for a few years and wanted to try laser engraving, so I picked this up. It’s been a really solid addition to my setup. If you’re used to dialing things in, this is pretty easy to get into. The software is different from slicers, but it didn’t take long to figure out, and I was getting good results on wood and leather pretty quickly. One of the biggest differences is speed. It’s nice being able to go from an idea to something finished in minutes instead of waiting hours like with prints. The size is also a big plus. It doesn’t take up much space, so it fits well alongside other gear without needing a dedicated setup. I’ve mostly been using it for smaller projects and personalized items, but it’s easy to see how it could be used for a small side business as well. Easter swag for friends and I can't wait to engrave some cool things for Halloween! For indoor use, just make sure you have a basic ventilation setup or filtration, which is pretty standard for this type of machine. Overall, if you’re already into 3D printing or making things, this feels like a natural way to expand what you can do.

The xTool F2 is a light weight fowerful engraving tool. It's great for wood, leather and metal engraving. We were hoping that it would engrave or do deep cuts on hard materials but unfortunately this is not the machine for that. But all-in for around $2,000 to get started was well worth it. If you have $7,000+ to spend I would recommend the F2 MOPA and UV models.

This thing is incredibly fast and does such a precise job. Would highly recommend.

Great product but as i became more familiar I realized I needed more capacity so opted for the larger UV option

If you spend some time and get to know the laser it can do anything you want it to do.

Amazing machine 👏

I have the F2 Ultra, but wanted the F2 to take to shows. I tell you...I have been so impressed with the F2. I think I actually prefer it over the ultra for engraving jewelry! Easy to use, fast, engraves beautifully.

Would love to have more easily accessible tutorials on different ways to use it!

Very easy as I’m complete beginner. User friendly right out of the box

F2 has been a fabulous upgrade for me, enabling portability and faster engraves for jewelry. Very easy to learn, especially if you have already owned an XTool.