The xTool F1 Ultra laser engraver is down to $2,999 right now. That’s $1,500 off its usual $4,499 price tag. For a professional-grade laser engraver, it’s a significant saving and one of the better deals we’ve spotted on this model in a while.
The F1 Ultra is great for anyone who runs a small business, sells custom products or wants to take their crafting hobby to a more serious level. It’s compact enough to transport and powerful enough to handle professional orders on the spot. It comes with a smart batch-processing function, which lets you churn through a high volume of products quickly.
The standout feature is the 3D carving on metal, and CNET’s resident 3D printer expert, James Bricknell, puts it best in his review, “The 3D carving side of it is where the F1 Ultra really shines, as it allows you to create unique products that are hard to find outside of a large operation.” High precision results in little time make it an impressive tool for anyone doing custom work.
There are a couple of limitations worth flagging, though. The F1 Ultra struggles with clear materials like glass and clear acrylic, so it’s not the right fit for every project. The smaller footprint can also be restrictive for larger jobs, though adding the external conveyor belt helps address that significantly.
If this isn’t the device for you, take a look at our full roundup of the best laser cutters to find the right fit.
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Why this deal matters
This isn’t an impulse buy, but for the right person, the $1,500 discount makes it a lot easier to justify. If 3D metal carving is your thing, you’re getting some great features. And if the F1 Ultra has been on your radar, this is the kind of price drop worth acting on.
