AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared vs ComMarker B4 20W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Fiber Laser | Fiber Laser |
| Wavelength | 1,064 nm | 1,064 nm |
| Optical Power | 1.5 W | 20 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 150 × 150 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 600,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $379 | $1,399 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Weight | 3.2 kg | 11 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared
What we like
- Marks bare metal and anodized aluminum — not possible with blue-diode Pixi
- Same enclosed, touchscreen convenience as the standard Pixi
- Compact and portable
- Good entry point into metal marking without a full galvo fiber setup
Watch out for
- Cannot engrave wood, leather, or acrylic — infrared-only use case
- Very low power (1.5W) limits marking depth and speed
- Small work area
- Pricier than the standard blue-diode Pixi
ComMarker B4 20W
What we like
- Compact and portable at only 11 kg
- Affordable entry into professional fiber laser engraving
- Available in 20W/30W/50W/100W variants
- Works with EzCad2 and LightBurn
- Strong community and accessory ecosystem
Watch out for
- No autofocus (manual or separate motorized lift table)
- Standard 110×110mm work area is small (optional lens required for 200×200mm)
- USB-only connectivity (no Wi-Fi)
- No built-in enclosure or camera
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared
Metal EngravingAnodized Aluminumcoated metalsplastic
ComMarker B4 20W
steelaluminumbrasscopperAnodized AluminumtitaniumgoldsilverLeathercoated metals
The AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared costs $379 (73% less) than the ComMarker B4 20W, which is priced at $1,399.
The ComMarker B4 20W has 93% more optical power (20W vs 1.5W).
The ComMarker B4 20W offers a 56% larger work area (150 × 150 mm vs 100 × 100 mm).
The ComMarker B4 20W has a 99% higher maximum speed (600,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared includes an enclosure, while ComMarker B4 20W does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared includes WiFi connectivity, while ComMarker B4 20W does not.