Boss Laser vs. Thunder Laser

Considering a Thunder Laser?

See why thousands of businesses and educational facilities choose Boss Laser over Thunder Laser – BossLaser, Built to Serve You!

More Power – 70 Watts vs 40 watts
More Speed – Hybrid Servo Motors STANDARD
More Machine
- Larger workspace
- 4-Way Pass-through
- Rotary Attachment Capability

Review Boss LS-1420 vs. Thunder Laser USA’s Mini 60

ON SALE NOW: $3,997!

Suppose you’re looking for a fact-based value comparison between Boss Laser and Thunder Laser. In that case, this article will help you efficiently review and compare both companies’ latest CO2 and Fiber laser cutter equipment offerings.

To help you fairly review Boss and Thunder Laser USA, it is essential to note that for this article, we have compared each company’s current entry-level model. It doesn’t help to compare a dated 4-year-old entry-level model versus a newer, higher-end model. Here, we will present a fair “apples to apples” comparison.

The most relevant specs on laser machines include maximum power options, cutting and engraving speed, maximum work area, material processing capability, post-sale technical support, component warranty, client satisfaction, and overall value or price.
Features and specifications can be complicated to fairly compare and evaluate, especially when they are not always readily available. We have provided a chart below demonstrating key differences between the two machines. After review, you should be able to assess the overall production value of both company offerings quickly.

Which machine is suitable for you, Boss Laser or Thunder Laser?

Comparing the specs of both entry-level machines above, Boss’ LS-1420 costs $333 more (IF you paid full retail, including the CW-5200 refrigerated chiller) versus Thunders’ mini 60. However, the overall options and value available with the Boss are significantly greater – especially if you take advantage of one BOSS’ sales offer, such as a free 70-watt power upgrade. Click here to see available offers this month.

Boss’ LS-1420 still offers greater power (70W), speed (1,200mm or 47”/sec), and overall price ($4,933) even compared to Thunders’ Nova 24 – currently priced at $7,400.

Boss Laser Cutters are Fastest in Class

TurboDrive^TM Hybid Servo Drive is 3x Faster!

In business, time is money; a faster laser cutter is a more profitable laser cutter.

Boss Lasers Cut 50% Thicker Wood in One Pass!

Laser Cut Wood up to 3/8″ Thick!

Don’t let cutting power limit your creativity. Cut 50% thicker materials.

Engrave large volume objects up to 7.5″tall!

With a 7.5″ motorized z-axis the Boss LS Series can engrave on much larger pieces, including tumblers (with optional rotary).

Feature	Thunder Mini 60	Boss LS-1420	Boss Advantage
CO₂ Power:	40 Watts	50 Watts (25% More) 70 Watts (75% More)	More Cutting Power & Speed
Work Space:	307in³ (Cubic Inches)	2,100in³ (Cubic Inches)	500% More!
Motor Type:	Stepper	Hybrid-Servo	More Speed & Acceleration
Max Engraving Speed:	400 mm/sec	*1,300 mm/sec	300% Faster!
Auto Focus:	NOT Available	YES	Easier to Use
Material Pass-through:	Front Only	ALL 4 Sides	Unlimited length projects!
Motorized Bed:	NO, Fixed 0.8″	YES, 7.5″	837% more z-axis!
Red Dot Pointer:	NO	YES	Visual Beam Confirmation
Chiller Type:	Fan	Refrigerated Chiller	Needed for production applications
Machine Stand:	NO	Optional	Matching Steel Platform
Rotary Etching:	NO	Optional	Cylindrical Objects (Tumblers)
Satisfaction Guarantee:	NO	100%	30-Day Return
Price:	$5,600	*4,933.00	Save Over $600!

Comparing Larger More Powerful Laser Platforms? As your application demands more, Boss offers more capacity…

Industrial applications demand more power, larger working platforms, and higher processing speeds.

This is why Boss offers up to 250 Watts of CO2 power for increased speeds and cutting power, larger 5X10’ working platforms for handling sheets of material, Servo motor upgrades for raster speeds up to 2,300 mm/sec or 79” per second. See the side-by-side difference between servo and stepper motors here.

What about processing metal and non-metal?

Boss Laser offers greater material processing capabilities than Thunder Laser

If you need to process metal whether it is marking, etching, or cutting various ferrous and non-ferrous metals Boss offers fiber laser marking and metal cutting machines that can handle both. Check out our Fiber laser marking machines, or our Fiber laser cutting machines here. Need one machine to process both metal and non-metal? Click here to see our HP Laser Series or our LSR Laser & Router series platforms.

Industrial Strength Technical Support

Boss doesn’t stop at offering clients phone, email, or remote support. We also offer a full service on-site installation and training. This is especially helpful for companies who need a partner to help them efficiently expedite their operators’ learning curve and production output

When it comes to overall laser machine processing needs for hobbyists, educational institutions, small or big business – Boss offers more size, power, speed, material capabilities to support the demands of your unique application.