LaserPecker LP2 Plus: Worth the Upgrade?
The LaserPecker LP2 Plus claims a 6x speed increase and double the power of its predecessor. This review dives deep into the specs, comparing the new 10W laser, 4000 mm/s speed, LightBurn support, and enhanced safety features to determine if this is a true revolution in portable laser engraving.
The original LaserPecker LP2 built its reputation as a fun, portable engraver for hobbyists and makers. Compact, beginner-friendly, and surprisingly versatile, it became the go-to gadget for craft fairs and quick personalization jobs. Now comes the LP2 Plus, and LaserPecker isn’t shy about its claims: double the power, six times the speed, and a set of pro-level features that could shift this series from hobbyist favorite to serious business tool.
The headline upgrade is power. The LP2 Plus doubles the output to a 10W diode laser, which pushes it beyond engraving into legitimate cutting. Where the old LP2 struggled with anything thicker than 4mm wood, the Plus slices through 6mm basswood or acrylic in a single pass. This opens doors to fabrication projects, small product runs, and custom gifts that would have been painfully slow before.
Just as important is speed. Galvanometer scanning was already a game-changer for the LP2, but the Plus takes it to a staggering 4000 mm/s. For a casual user, that means designs finish before you’ve finished your coffee. For a vendor engraving live at events, it means serving multiple customers in the time it once took to finish one. The difference is not just convenience; it is throughput, and throughput equals revenue.
LaserPecker has also smoothed out the workflow. A new dual red-dot focusing system makes setup quick and precise, while Wi-Fi replaces the older Bluetooth connection for more reliable transfers. Resolution has been pushed to 4K, ensuring photo-quality detail for intricate designs. Safety has stepped up too, with the addition of a physical security key, an emergency stop button, and lid-open detection when paired with the official enclosure. These are the kinds of safeguards usually reserved for larger shop lasers.
Of course, there are still trade-offs. The native work area remains a compact 100×100 mm, expandable only with accessories like the roller or slide extension. And while the LaserPecker app is easy to use, it continues to lock users into a closed ecosystem, limiting advanced workflows that many professionals prefer. At around $749, the LP2 Plus also sits at the premium end of the portable market.
Even with these caveats, the LP2 Plus feels less like a minor upgrade and more like a reinvention. It cuts faster, engraves sharper, and handles safety and workflow with a maturity that makes it suitable for more than just tinkering. For hobbyists, it’s a powerful step up. For small businesses and event sellers, it could be a genuine productivity tool. The LP2 Plus isn’t just another portable laser—it may well be the new benchmark for the category.