A UV laser marking machine costs about $999 for an entry 5W desktop model such as the ComMarker Omni 1, about $2,500 to $3,600 for open-frame or industrial Chinese machines, and about $3,600 to $4,600 for enclosed desktop machines such as the ComMarker Omni X and xTool F2 Ultra UV. Industrial UV markers from brands such as Keyence and Trumpf are sold by quotation. Prices below were checked in October and November 2026.
What a UV laser marker does differently
UV marking lasers work at 355 nm, a much shorter wavelength than fiber (1,064 nm) or CO2 lasers. Many materials absorb this light strongly, so the laser can mark with very little heat, which is why UV is often called “cold” marking. That makes UV the usual choice for glass, crystal, many plastics, circuit boards and other heat-sensitive parts, where a fiber or CO2 laser would melt, crack or discolour the surface. Some desktop UV machines can also engrave 3D images inside glass and crystal.
If you mainly mark bare metal, a fiber laser is usually cheaper per watt; see our laser cutting machine price guide for fiber and CO2 prices.
UV laser marking machine prices (2026)
| Machine | UV power | Enclosure | Price | Source and date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ComMarker Omni 1 | 5W | Open | about $999 | EngraverHQ, 2026 |
| Chinese split UV marker (JPT source), 160 x 160 mm | 3W to 15W options | Open | $2,550 (1 to 49 units) | Alibaba supplier listing |
| Monport GM UV | 6W | Open galvo | about $2,530 to $3,600 | Atomm buying guide, 2026 |
| ComMarker Omni XE UV | 6W | Open frame | $2,999 to $3,299 | Review site listings, 2026 |
| Sculpfun V5 UV | 5W | Open | about $3,099 | EngraverHQ, 2026 |
| Chinese industrial UV marker (JPT source) | 3W, 5W or 10W | Bench-top | $3,499 (2 to 9 units) | Alibaba supplier listing |
| Cloudray UV-5 | 5W | Not stated in listing | $3,599 | Machines for Makers |
| ComMarker Omni X UV | 6W or 12W | Class 1 enclosed | from $3,599 (6W); the configuration reviewed by Hackster.io was on offer at $3,799 in October 2026 | WeCreat guide; Hackster.io, October 2026 |
| xTool F2 Ultra UV (standalone) | 5W | Class 1 enclosed | $4,499 | Hackster.io, October 2026 |
Prices are retailer or supplier asking prices, before tax and shipping. Chinese listings are quoted per unit at the stated order quantity and exclude freight and import duty.
The same machine can vary by $1,600 in a year
UV desktop machines are heavily promoted, so the price you see depends on when and where you look. In 2026 we found the xTool F2 Ultra UV listed at $2,999 on one review site, at $3,999.99 at xTool and Amazon, at $4,299 in several guides, at $4,499 for the standalone version in October, and at $4,599 at its highest point on one price tracker, which also recorded a low of $3,999 in March. That is a gap of $1,600 for the same 5W machine. Bundles with conveyors, rotary attachments and fume extractors add more.
Before buying, check whether the price is for the standalone machine or a bundle, and track it for a few weeks; promotions are frequent.
You are not paying for watts
At about $999 for 5W, the ComMarker Omni 1 works out at roughly $200 per watt of UV power. The xTool F2 Ultra UV at $4,499 for the same 5W is about $900 per watt. The extra money buys an enclosed Class 1 cabinet, cameras for positioning, automatic focusing, software and a larger, switchable work field rather than more laser power. For a production line, a bench-top industrial marker with a water chiller may matter more than any of those features.
What else changes the price
- Power: 3W and 5W sources suit marking; 10W and higher mark faster and handle deeper or larger work. ComMarker’s 12W Omni X costs well above the 6W version.
- Work field: galvo machines mark within a lens field, typically 110 x 110 mm to 200 x 200 mm. Larger lenses, sliding beds or conveyors cost extra.
- Cooling: industrial UV sources often need a water chiller, while many desktop machines are air-cooled.
- Source brand: Chinese machines commonly use JPT, Huaray or Inno UV sources; quotes should name the source and its warranty.
- Production features: “flying” markers mark parts moving on a conveyor and need integration with the line.
Safety and extraction costs
Open-frame UV markers are Class 4 laser products: you need eye protection rated for 355 nm, a controlled area and often an enclosure. Enclosed Class 1 machines contain the beam during normal use, which is a major reason they cost more. Marking plastics and coated materials also produces fumes, so budget for a fume extractor and filters whichever machine you buy.
Buying used or refurbished
Because desktop UV prices change so often, a heavily discounted new machine during a promotion can cost less than a lightly used one, so compare against the current sale price before buying second-hand. If you do buy used, ask for the laser source’s operating hours, a test mark on glass and plastic, the original safety documentation and whether the warranty transfers. For enclosed Class 1 machines, check that the interlocks and viewing window are intact, because these are what make the machine safe to use without goggles.
Questions to ask before you buy
- What UV power and source brand does it use, and how long is the source warranty?
- Is it Class 1 enclosed or open, and what safety equipment is included?
- What work field and lenses are included?
- Is the price for a standalone unit or a bundle with rotary, conveyor or extraction?
- Which software does it use, and does it support LightBurn or EzCad?
- For industrial use: is it air- or water-cooled, and can it integrate with a conveyor or PLC?
FAQs
How much is a UV laser marking machine? About $999 for an entry 5W desktop model, $2,500 to $3,600 for open-frame and Chinese industrial machines, and $3,600 to $4,600 for enclosed desktop machines.
Is UV better than fiber for marking? For glass, plastics and heat-sensitive parts, usually yes. For bare metal, a fiber laser is usually the cheaper choice.
Can a UV laser engrave inside glass? Some desktop UV machines, including the xTool F2 Ultra UV and ComMarker Omni X, are sold with 3D inner engraving for glass and crystal.
See more manufacturing machine prices and how we research prices.
Published November 2026. Sources: Hackster.io, October 2026, Machines for Makers price tracker, Atomm UV laser guide, EngraverHQ, WeCreat buying guide, Priceboon, Laser Engraver Expert, and Alibaba supplier listings (bench-top marker, split marker). Prices change often.
