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Garage · Workshop

For a home workshop that does a lot of thin metal work, a laser welder makes neat, narrow welds with way less warping than a regular welder.

RoomGarage workshop

Good forThin stainless, aluminum and steel projects

SpaceAbout 18.5 x 8 x 13 inches

UpkeepShielding gas, wire, clean optics

What problem does it solve?

Learning to TIG weld takes months, and MIG welds can warp thin sheet metal. Laser welding is much easier to pick up and leaves clean seams.

This X1 Pro runs at 700W on a regular 110V outlet and also does cutting and rust cleaning, which is unusual for a machine you can run in a home garage.

What living with it is like

  • Easy learning curve. Preset welding packages for aluminum, stainless, carbon steel and copper take a lot of guesswork out.
  • Plugs in at home. 110V means no special 240V circuit, a big plus for a home garage.
  • Less smoke and spatter. The brand says minimal fumes and no arc flash, though laser safety is its own serious thing.
  • Movable, not light. Around 42 lbs for the machine itself.

Before you buy

Fiber lasers are invisible and can permanently damage eyes from reflections. xTool’s guide says you need OD6+ laser rated goggles, not a welding helmet, and ideally a closed off welding area. Keep kids and pets out of the garage while it’s running.

Hobby laser welders are best on thinner metal, roughly under 3 mm.

Is it worth it for your home?

For makers who do a lot of thin, cosmetic metal work, it’s a big step up in speed and finish.

For general home repairs and thicker steel, a MIG welder is cheaper and easier to make safe in a shared garage.

If it’s not quite right

Budget

MIG welder

Much cheaper and handles thicker steel.

Enclosed

xTool MetalFab

Laser welding inside a safety enclosure, better for shared spaces.

Pro

IPG LightWELD

Industry standard handheld laser welder.

Our take Home Score 6/10

Impressive tech for a home shop, but only if you set up proper laser safety. For most garages, a MIG welder still makes more sense.

Keep it if you do lots of thin metal work and can dedicate a safe space to it.
Pass if your garage is shared with family or you weld thick steel.

What we looked at: the X1 Pro’s Amazon listing and xTool’s guide to hobby laser welding safety.

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