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LaserPecker LP4 vs LP5
LP4 infrared versus LP5 fiber engraving: compare separate laser outputs, focusing, software and the standard engraving field.
Buying decision
What should drive your choice?
Infrared is not the same as fiber
LP4 pairs a 2 W infrared source with a 10 W diode. LP5 pairs 20 W fiber with 20 W diode; do not add the outputs together.
The base workflow still matters
Both use manual focusing and support LightBurn. LP5’s 160 × 120 mm field is elliptical, with a 100 × 100 mm square. Enclosures and extensions cost extra.
Quick decision
Where each machine fits
LaserPecker
Choose LP4 if…
- 10 W diode plus 2 W infrared; LaserPecker Design Space and LightBurn support.
Watch for
- The 2 W infrared source is not a 20 W fiber laser; slide and rotary accessories cost extra.
- Not fully enclosed in the reference bundle; provide suitable shielding and fume extraction.
- Reference price is the US standard/basic bundle checked 12 October 2026; regional prices and bundles differ.
LaserPecker
Choose LP5 if…
- 20 W fiber plus 20 W diode; optional slide and rotary extensions.
Watch for
- Manual red-dot focusing; the camera requires the optional safety enclosure. The 160 × 120 mm field is elliptical, with a 100 × 100 mm square field.
- Not fully enclosed in the reference bundle; provide suitable shielding and fume extraction.
- Reference price is the US standard/basic bundle checked 12 October 2026; regional prices and bundles differ.
Side by side
Verified differences
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| Decision point | LP4 | LP5 |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | $1,199.00 | $2,699.00 |
| Estimated setup allowance | $300–$1,500 | $300–$1,500 |
| Laser type | diode laser | fiber laser |
| Laser output | 10 W 450 nm diode; 2 W 1064 nm infrared | 20 W 1064 nm fiber; 20 W 450 nm diode |
| Work area | 160 mm × 120 mm | 160 mm × 120 mm |
| Fully enclosed | No | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Rotary support | Yes | Yes |
| Materials | wood, leather, dark acrylic, metal | metal, wood, leather, dark acrylic |
| Software | LaserPecker Design Space, LightBurn | LaserPecker Design Space, LightBurn |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Ventilation | required | required |
| Warranty check | Terms vary by seller and market; confirm laser-source, tube and consumable coverage separately. | Terms vary by seller and market; confirm laser-source, tube and consumable coverage separately. |
| Best suited to | personalization, metal marking, small objects | metal marking, jewelry, personalization |
| Strongest case | 10 W diode plus 2 W infrared; LaserPecker Design Space and LightBurn support. | 20 W fiber plus 20 W diode; optional slide and rotary extensions. |
| Main limitation | The 2 W infrared source is not a 20 W fiber laser; slide and rotary accessories cost extra. | Manual red-dot focusing; the camera requires the optional safety enclosure. The 160 × 120 mm field is elliptical, with a 100 × 100 mm square field. |
| Record checked | 2026-10-12 | 2026-10-12 |
Reference prices exclude some accessories, extraction and market-specific costs. Published accuracy and resolution are manufacturer figures, not our test results.
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Evidence log
Sources used
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker LP4 specificationsofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: Tom’s Hardware LP4 hands-on review (2023)independent · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker regional shipping policyofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker US — LP4 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker CA — LP4 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker UK — LP4 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker DE — LP4 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker EU — LP4 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP4: LaserPecker JP — LP4ベーシックセットofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker LP5 specificationsofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LP5 manual focusing instructionsofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: Tom’s Hardware LP5 hands-on reviewindependent · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker regional shipping policyofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker US — LP5 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker CA — LP5 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker UK — LP5 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker DE — LP5 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker EU — LP5 Standard Bundleofficial · checked 2026-10-12
- LaserPecker LP5: LaserPecker JP — LP5 ベーシックセットofficial · checked 2026-10-12
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