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xTool P2S vs FLUX Beambox II vs FSL Muse 3D: Best Desktop CO2 Laser Compared
Quick Answer
Short answer: the Beambox II is the value, the P2S is the ecosystem, the Muse 3D is the lightweight specialist. All three are enclosed desktop CO2 lasers for cutting and engraving wood, acrylic, and leather. The FLUX Beambox II ($2,699) pairs a 55W tube with the largest bed here (24.8" x 17.1") and autofocus. The xTool P2S (from $2,749) matches the 55W with dual 16MP cameras and xTool's Creative Space ecosystem. The FSL Muse 3D (from $4,499) runs a smaller 40W tube (45W upgrade available) on a 20" x 12" bed, but weighs just 54 lbs and runs from any browser. Here is how they stack up.
Buy the P2S if…you want xTool's camera-guided Creative Space workflow, LightBurn support, and bundle options that grow from standalone ($2,749) to a P2S + F1 duo ($8,360).
Buy the Beambox II if…you want the most cutting room and depth per dollar — the widest bed of the three, autofocus, camera preview, and up to 8.46" of depth with the Extension Pocket.
Buy the Muse 3D if…you want the lightest machine (54 lbs) with browser-based control from any computer, a 45W upgrade path, and Full Spectrum Laser's US-designed Muse platform.
Spec Comparison
| Spec | xTool P2S | FLUX Beambox II | FSL Muse 3D |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at Crafting Source | From $2,749 | $2,699 | From $4,499 (45W upgrade $4,749) |
| Laser | 55W CO2 | 55W CO2 | 40W CO2 (45W upgrade) |
| Working area | 23.6" x 12" (600 x 305mm) | 24.80" x 17.13" (630 x 435mm) | 20" x 12" |
| Max speed | 600 mm/s | 900 mm/s | See product page |
| Cutting capacity | 18mm basswood / 20mm acrylic (one pass) | 0 - 20mm, varies by material | See product page |
| Work depth / Z-height | 2.52" with tray; 8.46" with riser base | 4.92" without honeycomb; 8.46" with Extension Pocket | 2.5" Z-height |
| Camera / focus | 16MP close-range + 16MP panoramic cameras | Camera preview + Auto Focus | Autofocus (3D); 2" focus lens included |
| Resolution | 0.15 x 0.2mm laser spot | 1000 DPI | Up to 1000 dpi |
| Software | xTool Creative Space (XCS) / LightBurn | Beam Studio (free) / LightBurn compatible | Browser-based control (Chrome recommended) |
| Weight | 99.21 lb | 107 lbs | 54 lbs |
| Warranty | Limited 1-year xTool warranty | See product page | 1-year limited warranty |
Where Each One Pulls Ahead
- Bed size: Beambox II, clearly — 24.8" x 17.1" is the only bed here that is both wide and deep; the P2S is 23.6" x 12" and the Muse 3D 20" x 12".
- Cutting: The two 55W machines out-muscle the Muse 3D's 40W tube, and both publish one-pass numbers (P2S: 18mm basswood / 20mm acrylic; Beambox II: up to 20mm). The Muse 3D's 45W upgrade ($4,749) narrows the gap.
- Placement workflow: The P2S's dual 16MP cameras are the most complete preview system; the Beambox II counters with camera preview plus true autofocus; the Muse 3D's headline is its 3D autofocus on a browser-based platform that needs no installed software.
- Moving it: The Muse 3D at 54 lbs is half the weight of the other two — the only one here one person can comfortably relocate between rooms, classrooms, or events.
- Price: Beambox II and P2S start within $50 of each other. The Muse 3D starts $1,750 higher, which buys the FSL platform and the light chassis, not more power.
The Bottom Line
For most shops the Beambox II is the rational buy: biggest bed, deepest work area, autofocus, and the joint-lowest price. Choose the P2S if you are already in — or want to be in — xTool's ecosystem of cameras, bundles, and Creative Space, or you plan to pair it with an F1 portable engraver. Choose the Muse 3D when weight, browser-based control, or loyalty to Full Spectrum Laser's platform matters more than raw watts per dollar. All three live in our laser machines collection; FSL's Muse Core ($2,999) is the same 20" x 12" platform without the 3D autofocus headline features.
Prices checked November 6, 2026 at Crafting Source — an authorized dealer with a Price Match Guarantee and financing through Affirm at checkout. Shop the xTool P2S, the FLUX Beambox II, or the FSL Muse 3D
Frequently Asked Questions
Which of these three CO2 lasers has the biggest work area?
The FLUX Beambox II, at 24.80" x 17.13" (630 x 435mm). The xTool P2S is next at 23.6" x 12" (600 x 305mm), and the FSL Muse 3D is 20" x 12". The Beambox II also offers the joint-deepest work area: 8.46" with its Extension Pocket, matching the P2S with its riser base.
Is 40W enough, or do I need 55W?
For engraving and cutting stock up to about 1/4 inch, 40W is plenty and the Muse 3D's 45W upgrade is there if you outgrow it. The 55W machines (P2S and Beambox II) cut thicker material in one pass — the P2S is rated 18mm basswood and 20mm acrylic — and finish thick cuts faster. Match the tube to your thickest regular job, not your rarest one.
Which machine is best for a classroom or shared space?
The Muse 3D has two classroom-friendly traits: it weighs 54 lbs (half the others), so it can move between rooms, and it runs from a browser, so there is no software to install on student machines. The Beambox II counters with an FDA Class 1 / IEC 60825-1 certified enclosure and a touchscreen that keeps students off the computer.
Can all three cut clear acrylic?
Yes. Cutting clear and light-colored acrylic is a CO2 laser strength — all three are CO2 machines. It is diode lasers that cannot cut clear acrylic, which is one of the main reasons buyers step up to this class.