Verdict
The same Glowforge experience at 40 W and without the passthrough, so material is limited to about 18 in deep. For the money, an xTool P2S or OMTech Polar gives more power or bed.
Buy it for
- Glowforge's software and support
- Classrooms and makerspaces
Skip it if
- You compare on specs and price
- You need long pieces
What it can do, material by material
Based on the laser types it carries. "With coating" means only with marking spray, a coated surface or light marks. Always test on scrap first.
Wood & plywoodCuts
Clear acrylicCuts
Dark acrylicCuts
LeatherCuts
Paper & cardCuts
GlassEngraves
Slate & stoneEngraves
Anodized aluminumEngraves
Stainless steelWith coating
Brass, copper, raw aluminumNo
ABS & colored plasticsEngraves
Specifications
- Lasers
- 40 W CO2
- Motion
- Gantry (moving head)
- Working area
- 495 x 279 mm (19.5 x 11.0 in)
- Max object height
- 50 mm
- Enclosure
- Fully enclosed
- Laser class
- Class 1
- Camera
- Lid camera
- Size
- 965 x 527 x 210 mm
- Status
- Current
Compare and alternatives
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Sources
Specs and prices checked November 4, 2026. Prices change often; confirm before you buy.
FAQ
What lasers does the Glowforge Plus HD have?
40 W CO2.
How big is the Glowforge Plus HD working area?
495 x 279 mm (19.5 x 11.0 in).