Glowforge Aura vs WeCreat Vista 10W vs AlgoLaser Pixi 10W
Three small enclosed diode lasers at 6 W, 10 W and 10 W: compare working area and how air assist and camera positioning are supplied. The included rotary and machine weight are covered.
The decision in brief
How the options differ
Aura has a 6 W blue diode and a 12 by 12 inch maximum cutting area, converted to 304.8 by 304.8 mm. Vista 10W lists a 415 by 290 mm working area whose axes are not labelled, so width and depth are unknown. Pixi 10W has a 100 by 100 mm square working area. Aura's air assist is its laser-head fan and its camera is in the lid; Vista 10W supplies a pump and a TopView camera; for Pixi, air assist and a built-in camera are unverified. Only the Pixi Basic Kit includes a rotary.
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The buying guide
Package and specification details
Compare the working areas on their own terms
Aura's 304.8 by 304.8 mm figure is converted from a 12 inch maximum cutting area; margins and job settings can reduce the usable area. Vista 10W's 415 by 290 mm pair comes from a support table that does not say which span is left-to-right, so no width or depth is inferred. Pixi's 100 by 100 mm area suits small workpieces only. None of these figures is a body measurement or an operating-clearance specification.
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Check how air assist and positioning are actually provided
Aura's supplied laser-head fan provides cooling and air assist; this is not a separate pump. Vista 10W's Basic Pack includes an air-assist pump and tubing, and documents built-in HD TopView camera positioning. For Pixi 10W, a supplied air-assist mechanism and a built-in camera were not verified: AlgoLaser's separate air pump and LightBurn camera set both exclude Pixi, and the documented workflow uses grid coordinates.
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Read the package list and the weight
The Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit lists an ARR2.0 rotary roller; the Aura unboxing contents and the Vista 10W Basic Pack do not include a rotary. Aura includes its cutting tray and exhaust hose with the optional Craft Laser Filter unselected; the Vista Basic Pack excludes the rotary, riser and infrared module. Reported weights are about 8.6 kg, 14.5 kg and 3.75 kg respectively.
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Common questions
Does the Vista listing always deliver the 10 W diode?
No. The same listing offers a standalone 2 W infrared configuration. Select the Vista 10W Basic Pack in White and confirm the 10 W diode version before ordering.
These manufacturer specifications do not establish measured performance, noise, long-term reliability or running cost. We have not independently tested these products. Check current prices, stock and operating-space instructions with the seller and manufacturer.
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Vista 10W — US standard package
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — USNot checked yet
Supplied diode optical power
Rated optical output of the supplied diode module.
This excludes electrical input and separately purchased infrared modules; it does not prove cutting performance.
Aura standard machine — US6 WThe Aura page identifies a 6 W blue solid-state laser; this is laser output, not the machine’s electrical input.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Aura US product pageChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Vista 10W — US standard package10 WOutput of the supplied blue diode module; the optional 2 W infrared module is a separate configuration.Sources · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Vista — 10W Basic Pack and supplied equipmentChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.WeCreat: Vista 10W user manualChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — US10 WSupplied 10 W diode; 3 W, 5 W and infrared configurations are separate.Source · 2026-10-03AlgoLaser: Pixi 10W — Deep Black Basic Kit, US selectionChecked 2026-10-03. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
Working width
Usable left-to-right working span as qualified by the source.
Positioning modes, accessories and margins may reduce usable area.
Aura standard machine — US304.8 mmConverted from the manufacturer’s 12 inch maximum cutting width. Engraving margins and job settings can reduce usable area.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Craft Series technical specifications: AuraChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Vista 10W — US standard packageNot verified
We have not verified this value. It is not a confirmed no or zero. Check the original source or ask the manufacturer if it affects your choice.
The manufacturer lists a 415 × 290 mm working-area pair without identifying left-to-right versus front-to-back axes. No width is inferred.Source · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Working area of WeCreat lasersChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — US100 mmThe advertised square working area has equal 100 mm spans.Source · 2026-10-03AlgoLaser: Pixi 10W — Deep Black Basic Kit, US selectionChecked 2026-10-03. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
Working depth
Usable front-to-back working span as qualified by the source.
Check the workpiece shape and any mode-specific restrictions.
Aura standard machine — US304.8 mmConverted from the manufacturer’s 12 inch maximum cutting depth. This is the flat area, not a passthrough-length claim.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Craft Series technical specifications: AuraChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Vista 10W — US standard packageNot verified
We have not verified this value. It is not a confirmed no or zero. Check the original source or ask the manufacturer if it affects your choice.
The manufacturer lists a 415 × 290 mm working-area pair without identifying left-to-right versus front-to-back axes. No depth is inferred.Source · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Working area of WeCreat lasersChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Whether an enclosure is part of the standard machine.
Follow the exact module, enclosure and operating instructions; an enclosure is not a blanket safety guarantee.
Aura standard machine — USYesStandard Aura enclosure with a lid-mounted camera.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Aura US product pageChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — USYesIntegrated enclosure; this does not certify safe use with every material or accessory.Source · 2026-10-03AlgoLaser: Pixi 10W — Deep Black Basic Kit, US selectionChecked 2026-10-03. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
Air assist included
Whether the starting package includes the documented air-assist equipment.
Distinguish a supplied pump from a machine merely supporting an optional air-assist accessory.
Aura standard machine — USYesThe supplied laser-head fan provides cooling and air assist; this is not a separately supplied air-assist pump.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Aura US product pageChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Vista 10W — US standard packageYesThe 10 W Basic Pack includes air assist; the manual depicts the supplied pump and tubing.Sources · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Vista — 10W Basic Pack and supplied equipmentChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.WeCreat: Vista 10W user manualChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — USNot verified
We have not verified this value. It is not a confirmed no or zero. Check the original source or ask the manufacturer if it affects your choice.
Whether the supplied machine has a built-in camera for workpiece positioning.
Phone-based previews and optional external cameras are separate. Other positioning methods can still be available; camera presence does not establish accuracy.
Aura standard machine — USYesWide-angle lid camera provides a view of the material for positioning.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Aura US product pageChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Vista 10W — US standard packageYesBuilt-in HD TopView camera positioning is documented.Source · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Vista — 10W Basic Pack and supplied equipmentChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — USNot verified
We have not verified this value. It is not a confirmed no or zero. Check the original source or ask the manufacturer if it affects your choice.
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Vista 10W — US standard packageNoA rotary is a different package selection, not part of the 10 W Basic Pack.Source · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Vista — 10W Basic Pack and supplied equipmentChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — USYesARR2.0 rotary roller is listed in this Basic Kit.Source · 2026-10-03AlgoLaser: Pixi 10W — Deep Black Basic Kit, US selectionChecked 2026-10-03. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
Machine weight
Reported machine weight for the reviewed configuration.
Check the included module and accessory scope. Allow for additional extraction equipment.
Aura standard machine — US8.6 kgApproximately 8.6 kg, converted from the manufacturer’s 19 lb Aura weight.Source · 2026-09-12Glowforge: Craft Series technical specifications: AuraChecked 2026-09-12. We read the original webpage on the check date.
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Vista 10W — US standard package14.5 kgNet machine weight, excluding shipping packaging.Source · 2026-09-13WeCreat: Vista 10W user manualChecked 2026-09-13. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
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Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — US3.75 kgManufacturer product-weight figure for the machine, not a weighed complete kit.Source · 2026-10-03AlgoLaser: Pixi 10W — Deep Black Basic Kit, US selectionChecked 2026-10-03. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.
Questions to check before buying
Aura standard machine — US
Maximum cutting area is not a guarantee of identical engraving area at every speed or setting. The optional filter is separate; follow Glowforge’s extraction and material instructions.
Vista 10W — US standard package
The documented working area is 415 × 290 mm, but its axes are not labelled. Working width and depth remain unknown.
The manual illustrates accessories for multiple packages. The selected Basic Pack determines what is included.
Pixi 10W Deep Black Basic Kit — US
Air-assist inclusion and a built-in positioning camera remain unverified.
Working area is not a body measurement or operating-clearance specification.
The Basic Kit excludes the smoke purifier supplied with the separate Safe Kit. Review extraction, material and rotary setup requirements before use.
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