The xTool P3 is xTool’s flagship desktop CO2 laser cutter: an 80W machine with a large 36×18-inch bed, smart automation, and enough power for thick, fast cutting. It sits at the top of xTool’s CO2 line, above the P2S.
This guide explains what the P3 is, what it costs, what it can cut and engrave, where to buy it, and how to set it up and use it.
Key Takeaways
- The xTool P3 is an 80W CO2 laser cutter with a large 36×18″ (915×458 mm) working area.
- It cuts up to 20 mm wood and 25 mm acrylic and runs at up to 1,200 mm/s with LiDAR autofocus and dual 16MP cameras.
- Smart features include an AutoLift base (220 mm clearance), fire suppression, and optional add-ons like a 5W IR module and conveyor feeder.
- It starts around $6,999 and is aimed at serious hobbyists and small businesses doing large-format, high-volume work.
What is the xTool P3?
The xTool P3 is a fully enclosed 80W CO2 laser cutter and engraver released in 2025 as the flagship of xTool’s P-series. Its CO2 tube delivers industrial-level power for clean, fast cutting of wood, acrylic, and other non-metals, with far less charring than a diode laser.
What sets the P3 apart is scale and automation: a large 36×18-inch bed, speeds up to 1,200 mm/s, LiDAR autofocus, dual 16MP cameras for visual placement, and an AutoLift base for tall objects. It’s built for large-format, high-volume production rather than occasional hobby use.
| Released | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Laser type | 80W CO2 |
| Working area | 36 × 18 in (915 × 458 mm) |
| Max speed | Up to 1,200 mm/s |
| Max cut | ~20 mm wood, ~25 mm acrylic |
| Focus & cameras | LiDAR autofocus + dual 16MP cameras |
| Clearance | Up to 220 mm via the AutoLift base |
| Smart features | Fire suppression, auto workflow; optional 5W IR module & conveyor feeder |
What is the pricing of the xTool P3?
The P3 is a professional-grade machine, and pricing reflects that. Figures are in USD as of July 2026 and move with xTool’s promotions, so confirm the live price on the official xTool P3 page before buying.
| Configuration | What you get | Price (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| xTool P3 (base) | The 80W CO2 machine with autofocus and dual cameras | ~$6,999 (seen near $6,399 on sale) |
| Add-ons | 5W IR module, RA3 rotary, riser, and the Intelligent Conveyor Feeder | sold separately on xtool.com |
| Bundles | P3 plus accessories and material packs | bundle pricing on xtool.com |
Accessories are priced separately, so a fully equipped setup runs well above the base figure. If your budget is tighter, the smaller P2S covers many of the same non-metal jobs at a lower price.
What can the xTool P3 cut and engrave?
As an 80W CO2 machine, the P3 excels at cutting and engraving non-metals, and the extra power means thicker stock and faster jobs:
- Cutting: wood and plywood up to ~20 mm, acrylic up to ~25 mm, plus leather, felt, cardboard, and fabric.
- Engraving: rich, high-contrast engraving on wood, acrylic, slate, leather, glass, and coated metal.
- Large & tall work: the 36×18-inch bed and 220 mm AutoLift clearance handle oversized panels and 3D objects.
- Optional metal marking: add the 5W IR module to directly engrave metals like stainless steel and aluminum.
Bare metal cutting is outside a CO2 machine’s wheelhouse — for that, xTool’s fiber lasers are the tool. See the full range in our overview of xTool machines.
Where can you buy the xTool P3?
- xTool official store (xtool.com) — the newest bundles, warranty, and sale pricing.
- Amazon — select P-series machines and accessories ship fast under Arts, Crafts & Sewing.
- Authorized resellers — retailers such as MatterHackers and 3D Universe carry xTool CO2 machines.
Real projects people make with the xTool P3
The P3 shines on large-format, high-volume non-metal work. These CO2 projects from the Atomm community show the kind of cutting and engraving it does best:
1. Gengar Wall Art with Smoke Effect
A layered character piece that combines engraved detail with a translucent acrylic “smoke” effect. Mixed wood-and-acrylic wall art like this leans on the P3’s clean CO2 cuts and crisp engraving — and its big bed makes larger, framable pieces easy.
Get this design →2. Cat Portrait Engraved on Cork
A detailed pet portrait engraved into a cork board, with soft tonal shading only a CO2 laser renders well. Photo-to-engraving portraits are a popular custom-gift line, and the P3’s speed and resolution keep the fine detail sharp.
Get this design →3. Personalized Welcome Door Hanger
A cut-and-engraved wooden welcome hanger — the kind of seasonal, personalized decor that sells year-round. Custom signage is one of the most reliable CO2 money-makers, and the P3’s large format lets you cut oversized shapes in one piece.
Get this design →4. Slot-Together Acrylic Globe Lamp
Curved acrylic ribs slot into a sphere around an iridescent core, then glow amber when it is lit. Cutting 6 mm acrylic cleanly is the classic CO2 job a diode laser cannot match: the edges come off glossy straight from the bed, so a multi-part build like this assembles with no sanding at all.
Get this design →5. Kitchen Wall Art in Wood
A warm kitchen-themed wall piece with a detailed bread-and-wheat illustration engraved into wood. CO2 engraving gives wood rich, low-char contrast, which is why makers favor it for framable decor and made-to-order home art.
Get this design →6. Kinetic Wooden Coaster Set
A pair of coasters with a moving kinetic pattern — the sort of design that only works when every cut is exact. Tight-tolerance mechanical pieces like these are where the P3’s clean edges and repeatable accuracy really show.
Get this design →How to set up the xTool P3
Setup is straightforward for a machine this size:
- Unbox and place the P3 on a sturdy surface, then connect power and the exhaust hose to a window or filter.
- Install xTool Creative Space (XCS) on your computer and connect by USB-C or Wi-Fi.
- Run the guided first-time calibration; LiDAR autofocus and the cameras set themselves up in software.
- Load a scrap board, pick the material in XCS, and run a quick test cut to confirm power and focus.
How to use the xTool P3
- Design or import your file (SVG, image, or DXF) in XCS, or start from a community template.
- Place the design visually using the dual-camera preview of the work bed.
- Choose the material and let XCS apply tested speed and power settings, adjusting if needed.
- Set the machine to cut, engrave, or both, close the lid, and start the job.
- For tall items, use the AutoLift base; for cylinders, add the RA3 rotary.
What materials does the xTool P3 support?
As a CO2 machine, the P3 covers a broad range of non-metals, plus coated metals (and bare metal with the optional IR module):
| Material | Examples | Cut / Engrave |
|---|---|---|
| Wood | Basswood, plywood, MDF, bamboo (up to ~20 mm) | Cut + engrave |
| Acrylic | Cast & extruded acrylic (up to ~25 mm) | Cut + engrave |
| Leather & fabric | Genuine & faux leather, felt, canvas | Cut + engrave |
| Paper & card | Cardstock, cardboard, mat board | Cut + engrave |
| Stone & glass | Slate, marble, ceramic tile, glass | Engrave |
| Metal | Coated metal (engrave); bare metal with the 5W IR module | Engrave (with IR) |
Always test on scrap first and follow xTool’s material settings; never laser PVC or unknown coated plastics.
For how the P3 compares with the 55W machines material by material, see materials for the xTool P series.
xTool P3 alternatives
The P3 isn’t the only large-format CO2 laser worth considering. Here are five alternatives — one from xTool and four competitors — and where each one fits.
xTool P2S
Cheaper xTool CO2
xTool’s step-down CO2 — 55W and a smaller bed, but the same XCS software and smart features as the P3 for a good bit less. The natural pick if the P3 is more machine than you need.
Glowforge Pro
Simplest to start
The most beginner-friendly CO2, with a very simple app and a passthrough slot. But the bed is smaller than the P3’s, it’s lower-powered, and some features sit behind a paid subscription.
OMTech Pronto 75
Most raw power
Far more wattage and a huge floor-standing bed for the money. The trade-offs are bulk, a steeper Ruida/LightBurn learning curve, and none of the P3’s cameras, autofocus, or app polish.
Gweike Cloud Pro II
Budget desktop CO2
An affordable enclosed desktop CO2 with a camera and an app. It’s smaller and less refined than the P3, but a solid, lower-cost entry point into CO2 cutting.
Monport 80W
80W on a budget
The same 80W class as the P3 for noticeably less, but in an industrial-style body with Ruida controls — no autofocus, cameras, or automated workflow to smooth the learning curve.
How to choose a CO2 laser
Weigh these factors against your projects and budget, then match them to the machine:
| Priority | What to check | Points to |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Wattage (55–150W) — more watts cut thicker and faster | P3 / Monport (80W), OMTech (150W) |
| Bed size | Working area for your largest pieces | P3 (36×18″), OMTech (40×63″) |
| Ease of use | Enclosed body, camera/autofocus, simple app | P3, Glowforge, Gweike |
| Budget | Machine plus accessories, all in | Monport, Gweike |
| Software | Easy (XCS / Glowforge) vs manual (Ruida / LightBurn) | P3, Glowforge |
For most makers and small businesses, the P3 hits the sweet spot — 80W power and a large bed with the ease of XCS, cameras, and autofocus.
Pick OMTech or Monport if you want raw power or a bigger bed for less and don’t mind industrial software; Glowforge if simplicity matters most; and the P2S or Gweike if you want to spend less and can live with a smaller bed.
Final thoughts
The xTool P3 is a large-format, 80W CO2 flagship built for people who cut and engrave a lot: makers scaling a product line, schools, and small workshops. Its big bed, speed, and smart automation make batch work fast and repeatable.
If that’s more machine than you need, compare it against the rest of the range in our guide to choosing an xTool, then check current P3 pricing on the official page.
Where this machine fits
If you are cross-shopping, the closest comparisons are the S1.
For the wider view of larger CO2 machines, see the best laser engravers for beginners.
Whichever machine you choose, the design side is the same job: artwork the machine can follow. Atomm AI generates craft-ready files, and the community projects are free to open and adapt.
Frequently asked questions about the xTool P3
How big is the xTool P3’s work area?
The P3 has a large 36 × 18 in (915 × 458 mm) bed, and the AutoLift base gives up to 220 mm of vertical clearance for tall objects.
What is the difference between the xTool P3 and P2S?
The P3 is the bigger, more powerful flagship: 80W versus the P2S’s 55W, a larger bed, higher speed, and more automation. See our guide to the P2 / P2S for the step down.
Can the xTool P3 cut metal?
As a CO2 machine it cuts non-metals and engraves coated metal. To engrave bare metal, add the optional 5W IR module; for cutting metal, use a fiber laser instead.
How thick can the xTool P3 cut?
It cuts roughly 20 mm wood and 25 mm acrylic in a pass, with thicker stock possible in multiple passes.
Is the xTool P3 worth it over the P2S?
If you need large-format, high-volume cutting and the extra power and automation, yes. For occasional or smaller work, the P2S is the more economical choice.
