LaserPecker 2: Is It Worth It?
Desktop laser engravers have gotten cheap and capable. The LaserPecker 2 is one of the popular compact options. Here’s what it actually does well and where it falls short.
What It Is
A small, portable laser engraver. Weighs about 2 lbs. Battery or plug-in power. Connects to your phone via Bluetooth app. Engraves wood, leather, paper, some plastics, and coated metals.
What It Does Well
Portability: Actually portable. You can engrave on-site, at craft fairs, wherever.
Ease of use: Phone app is straightforward. Upload image, position, engrave. Low learning curve.
Speed: 600mm/s is fast for its class. Small projects finish quickly.
Wood and leather: Clean, crisp results on these materials. This is its sweet spot.
Where It Falls Short
Work area: Small engraving area limits project size. Fine for keychains and small items, not for large signs.
Metal: Only works on coated or anodized metals. Bare metal? Forget it. You need a more powerful machine for that.
Cut depth: This is an engraver, not a cutter. It can mark and etch but won’t cut through materials like a CO2 laser.
Phone-only app: No desktop software. Some people find the phone interface limiting for complex designs.
Who Should Buy It
Hobbyists who want to personalize small items. Small business owners doing custom gifts, jewelry, keychains. Crafters who need portability.
If you need to cut materials or engrave large pieces, look at bigger machines (Glowforge, xTool, etc.).
Price Reality
Around $400-600 depending on model and accessories. Not cheap for a hobby tool, not expensive for a production machine. Fair for what it does.
Bottom Line
Good entry-level engraver for small work on wood, leather, and paper. Don’t expect it to do everything. Within its limits, it works well.
