Updated October 17, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
Sculpfun vs Snapmaker US
Sculpfun
Higher score in this comparison
Snapmaker US
Sculpfun vs Snapmaker US: the differences
| Compare | SculpfunReviewVisitVisit | Snapmaker USReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US.
- Laser power (W) is higher at Sculpfun: 70 vs 40.
- Support channels: only Sculpfun offers Chat.
- Support channels: only Snapmaker US offers Community.
- Products: only Snapmaker US 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 US
For home makers pursuing multicolor models, Snapmaker US is the United States store for Snapmaker toolchanger 3D printers, filament and modules. It combines U1 multicolor printing with Artisan Premium 3-in-1 3D printing, laser and CNC capability for varied home workshops.
Score breakdown
| Area | Sculpfun | Snapmaker US |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Choosing between them
Pick Sculpfun if cost, price from, largest build size (mm), and laser power (w) matter most.
Pick Snapmaker US if multi-colour printing matter most.
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Sculpfun | Snapmaker US |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Hong Kong | Not confirmed |
Sources behind this comparison
Sculpfun
- sculpfun.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Snapmaker US
- shop.snapmaker.com: 5 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- snapmaker.com: 4 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Sculpfun | Snapmaker US |
|---|---|---|
| Laser engravers and cutting machines | 2 of 34 | 8 of 34 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Sculpfun | Snapmaker US |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US | 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 US
Pros
- Offers U1 toolchanger printing for multicolor and multimaterial models
- Sells Artisan Premium 3-in-1 system for 3D printing, laser and CNC work
- Stocks SnapSpeed PLA filament, hot ends, laser and rotary modules
Cons
- Catalog centers on a small family of machines and matching add-ons
- Operates as a United States store with domestic shipping focus
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 US
Who it suits
- Home creators exploring multicolor and multimaterial printing
- Makers wanting 3D printing, laser and CNC in one system
- Hobbyists building out machines with filament and modules
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers seeking general electronics beyond maker tools
Country by country
| Country | Sculpfun | Snapmaker US |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US
What does Snapmaker US sell?+
Snapmaker US sells Snapmaker 3D printers with filament, modules and accessories for home workshops. The range includes multicolor toolchanger printers and 3-in-1 machines alongside hot ends, laser units and rotary attachments. The assortment supports building complete printing, carving and engraving setups from one catalog.
What is the U1 toolchanger printer?+
The U1 serves as the consumer toolchanger printer for fast multicolor and multimaterial output. It anchors models made specifically for toolchanger printing at home. Covers, high flow hotends and matching filament extend the U1 setup for varied color projects.