Updated October 17, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
Sculpfun vs Snapmaker Shop
Sculpfun
Higher score in this comparison
Snapmaker Shop
Sculpfun vs Snapmaker Shop: the differences
| Compare | SculpfunReviewVisitVisit | Snapmaker ShopReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $99Lower | $699 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 830Higher | 350 |
| Multi-colour printing | No | YesHas it |
| Laser power (W) | 70Higher | 40 |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | Not confirmed | 500 |
| Markets | AT, AU, BE, BG, BR, CH, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, ID, IE, IT, JP, KR, LT, LU, LV, MT, MX, MY, NL, PH, PL, PT, RO, SE, SG, SI, SK, TH, US, VN | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Warranty (1 year), Enclosed models (Yes).
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Key differences
- Sculpfun scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.8.
- Price from is lower at Sculpfun: $99 vs $699.
- Largest build size (mm) is higher at Sculpfun: 830 vs 350.
- Multi-colour printing: only Snapmaker Shop.
- Laser power (W) is higher at Sculpfun: 70 vs 40.
- Support channels: only Sculpfun offers Chat.
- Support channels: only Snapmaker Shop offers Community.
- Products: only Snapmaker Shop offers Fdm printer, Cutting machine.
Our verdict on each
Sculpfun
Sculpfun puts an enclosed 70 watt laser engraver on the market from $99, and its 830 mm bed is far larger than most rivals at that money. It suits makers buying their first engraver on a tight budget, and buyers who need multi colour or longer cover should look elsewhere.
Snapmaker Shop
Snapmaker Shop focuses on multi color toolchanger 3D printers, filament, modules and accessories for maker setups. For hobbyists and home workshops wanting combined 3D printing with laser and CNC capability, it offers a focused versatile ecosystem built around expandable machines.
Score breakdown
| Area | Sculpfun | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9Higher$99 entry price against 70 watt output, and 2 of 27 on price. | 8.6 |
| Offer | 9.0HigherA 830 mm bed in an enclosed machine, ranked 2 of 23 on build area. | 8.9 |
| Trust | 8.01 year warranty, email, chat and help centre support, and a 5 of 20 rank on cover. | Not confirmed |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Sculpfun | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $99 | $699 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 830 | 350 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Laser power (W) | 70 | 40 |
Where these facts come from
Sculpfun
- sculpfun.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Snapmaker Shop
- shop.snapmaker.com: 5 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- snapmaker.com: 4 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Sculpfun | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Laser engravers and cutting machines | 2 of 34 | 9 of 34 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Sculpfun | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Laser engraver | Fdm printer, Laser engraver, Cutting machineCovers more |
| Legal entity | SCULPFUN TECHNOLOGY HK CO., LIMITED | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2019 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centre | Email, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Sculpfun | Snapmaker Shop | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $99lowest quarter | $699above the median | $299 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 830highest quarter | 350at the median | 350 |
| Warranty | 1 yearat the median | 1 yearat the median | 1 year |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | Not confirmed | 500below the median | 600 |
| Laser power (W) | 70above the median | 40lowest quarter | 60 |
Median across 25 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Sculpfun
Pros
- Entry price of $99 puts a 70 watt engraver within reach of a first project, ranking 2 of 27 on price.
- A 830 mm work area ranks 2 of 23 and sits well above the 390 mm typical across the site.
- The chamber is enclosed, so the beam and the smoke it makes stay in the frame while a 70 watt module runs.
Cons
- Multi colour is a no for the range, and 50% of this group sit in the same spot, so a two shade design needs separate passes.
- Warranty is 1 year, level with the 1 median here, and the ranking on cover length is 5 of 20.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, while 53.9% of brands site wide add a phone line.
Snapmaker Shop
Pros
- Dedicated multi color toolchanger printers designed for fast material change and less waste
- Three in one Artisan machine combines 3D printing with laser and CNC functions
- Wide filament selection including RFID tagged PLA and lithophane bundles for detailed projects
Cons
- Narrow catalog built only around its own machines, modules and materials
- Multicolor and multifunction systems add complexity for simple one off prints
Who each suits
Sculpfun
Who it suits
- Makers who want a large enclosed bed and can live with single colour work.
- First-time buyers, for whom $99 and 1 year cover keep the commitment small next to a workshop bundle from MatterHackers.
- Shoppers in the UK, the US and wider Europe who want laser engraving rather than the cutting machines Cricut sells.
Who should look elsewhere
- Projects needing more than one colour in a pass, since multi colour is a no here; ACMER covers laser engraver and cutting machine for a wider machine mix.
- Workshops that want printers and scanners alongside an engraver, since MatterHackers covers fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner in a single maker range.
Snapmaker Shop
Who it suits
- Home makers exploring multicolor 3D printing
- Hobbyists combining printing, laser and CNC work
- Enthusiasts expanding machines with modules and filament
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers seeking general electronics beyond maker tools
Country by country
| Country | Sculpfun | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Yes | No |
| Austria | Yes | No |
| Belgium | Yes | No |
| Bulgaria | Yes | No |
| Croatia | Yes | No |
| Czechia | Yes | No |
| Denmark | Yes | No |
| Estonia | Yes | No |
8 of 39 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Sculpfun
How much does a Sculpfun laser engraver cost?+
Sculpfun lists an entry price of $99 for the engraver range, and that is the figure to weigh first, since a laser engraver is a hardware purchase rather than a plan with a renewal charge. The 70 watt module is what that entry point covers, with a 1 year warranty attached.
How big is the work area on a Sculpfun engraver?+
The bed is 830 mm, large enough for full sheet material rather than small tiles. Across the brands compared here the median build area is 390 mm, and Sculpfun ranks 2 of 23 on that measure, so the size is a real step up and not a rounding difference.
Snapmaker Shop
What does Snapmaker Shop sell?+
Snapmaker Shop sells toolchanger 3D printers plus filament, modules and accessories for maker setups. It focuses on multi color and multi material printing with parts that support expansion and maintenance.
What is the Snapmaker Artisan Premium?+
The Artisan Premium is a three in one machine for versatile home workshops. It combines dual extrusion 3D printing with laser work and CNC carving within a large work area.