Hi, Ryan here from Buster Beagle 3D. I recently got the chance to test the brand-new ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser Engraver, and it’s safe to say this machine has changed what I thought was possible with desktop UV lasers.
I’ve reviewed the ComMarker Omni 1 before, but the Omni X takes things several steps further. From the enclosed design to new crystal engraving capabilities, this UV laser engraver is a serious upgrade. In this blog, I’ll share my full experience — unboxing, setup, material tests, and the pros and cons I discovered along the way.
Unboxing & Assembly
The Omni X arrived in a huge double-box setup, which honestly had me worried about the machine’s size. But the oversized packaging was for protection — not bulk. Inside, everything was carefully packed:
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Tower, laser head, and enclosure case
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Protective shield and accessories
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A material test pack
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A surprisingly nice color assembly manual
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Even a custom apron (a first for me!)
Assembly was straightforward: attach the tower, laser head, and protective enclosure, then hook everything up. My early unit had a detachable LED light that I mounted under the laser head for better visibility.
Key Upgrades Over the Omni 1
So what sets the Omni X UV Laser Engraver apart from the Omni 1? A lot.
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Fully Integrated Enclosure – At last, ComMarker delivered a proper, purpose-built enclosure. Safer, cleaner, and way more professional.
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Motorized Z-Axis with Autofocus – Using ComMarker Studio, the Z-axis can move automatically during engraving. This makes true 3D crystal engraving possible — something usually reserved for $15k+ machines.
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Exhaust System Upgrade – Newer versions ship with a tube adapter to pull fumes closer to the engraving point and allow for external exhaust. Huge quality-of-life improvement.
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Swappable Field Lenses – Choose between a 150 mm lens for larger projects (150 × 150 mm) or a 70 mm lens for super-fine detail.
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Expandable Work Area – With the optional slide extension, you can extend engraving up to 400 mm on the X-axis.
Supported Materials
One of the biggest advantages of a UV laser engraver is its ability to work with sensitive or tricky materials that other lasers can’t handle.
With just 5W of power, the Omni X engraved or cut:
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Wood – Clean cuts with zero charring
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Paper & Tissue – Detailed cuts without ignition
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Felt – Great results, though thin pieces may shrink
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Plastics & Acrylic – Smooth engravings
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Metals (Aluminum cards) – As expected, sharp results
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Glass & Crystal – Stunning 3D internal engravings
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Stone – Marking capabilities without surface burning
The versatility is the real game-changer here.
Real-World Engraving Tests
I ran a series of tests right out of the box using the included material pack and additional blanks I bought online.
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Wood engraving: Super crisp image engravings, far sharper than diode or CO₂ lasers.
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Wood cutting: Perfect cuts with no burn marks, unlike other laser types.
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Felt cutouts: Worked well, though extremely thin areas may distort.
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Tissue paper: Clean cuts in seconds, no fire risk.
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Crystal engraving: The highlight. I engraved 3D scans of my daughters into K9 optical crystal blocks — the level of detail blew me away. Watching the laser “draw” inside the crystal felt like a sci-fi teleportation scene.
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Glass with rotary: The smoothest and most professional-looking glass engraving I’ve ever done.
Software & Workflow
The ComMarker Studio software feels similar to xTool’s Creative Space. It comes with a built-in material library, which makes testing easier. While it could still use refinement, it’s a solid foundation.
Other options:
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Works with LightBurn
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Mobile app support
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USB and Wi-Fi connectivity (though my Wi-Fi tests were inconsistent)
A neat feature: once you send a job, the Omni X stores it locally. Even if your PC crashes mid-job, the engraver finishes the run.
Downsides I Found
No machine is perfect, and the Omni X had a few quirks worth noting:
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Fan Noise – The built-in fans are powerful, but also loud (think vacuum cleaner level).
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Exhaust Management – My early model had smoke leakage, but newer units now ship with the improved exhaust adapter.
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Slide Extension Alignment – Needs careful setup to avoid skewed cuts. Once dialed in, it works beautifully.
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Cut Angles – Like any galvo laser, cuts are angled slightly outward since it engraves from a center point. Not ideal for interlocking parts.
Final Thoughts
The ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser Engraver is a massive step forward for desktop UV lasers. It combines safety, versatility, and cutting-edge features like 3D crystal engraving that used to be exclusive to industrial machines.
If you’re a maker, crafter, or small business owner looking to expand into engraving glass, plastics, or crystal, this is a machine worth considering. While the fan noise and exhaust system could be better, ComMarker has already been updating hardware based on tester feedback — which makes me confident about long-term improvements.
For me, the Omni X isn’t just another laser — it’s opened up entirely new project possibilities.