
Comparisons
Glowforge Pro vs xTool P2S (2026)
Glowforge Pro ($4,995) vs xTool P2S ($1,899): same 55W CO2, different ecosystems. Speed, software, cut quality, and real ownership costs compared.
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Glowforge Pro ($4,995) vs xTool P2S ($1,899): same 55W CO2, different ecosystems. Speed, software, cut quality, and real ownership costs compared.

xTool P2 vs P2S: same 55W CO2 laser, one adds a 16MP camera. After 3 months testing both, here's exactly when the upgrade is worth it — and when it isn't.

We tested the xTool P2S 55W CO2 laser hands-on. Honest verdict: what it engraves well, where it fails, and whether $3,249 is worth it over the P2 in 2026.

We tested the xTool P2 hands-on. Full verdict: engraving speed, cut quality, and whether it justifies $1,999 vs the Glowforge Pro. Updated June 2026.