TOOCAA L2 review: a fine all-round laser cutter, but some assembly needed

If you don't mind a bit of DIY before getting started, the TOOCAA L2 is both capable and reasonably priced.

A TOOCAA L2 laser cutter and engraver in use
(Image: © Rob Redman)

Our Verdict

The TOOCAA L2 is a fine machine that comes in at a reasonable price point. It is a joy to put together and cut with and has a good number of options to tailor to specific needs. It also features a few good safety precautions, like open lid cutoff and flame detection, making it good for home and work. The quality of both cuts and engravings is good too, making the L2 an excellent all-rounder.

For

  • Can be configured to suit various needs and budgets
  • Excellent cutting and engraving results
  • Easy to setup and use

Against

  • Needs additional modules to really shine

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Laser cutters and engravers come in many shapes and sizes, with some being ready to go in seconds, whereas others need a lot of DIY construction before you can start using them. The TOOCAA L2 sits somewhere in the middle, with the main components ready to go, after some fitting work.

The box comes with everything you need, from the components to a tool kit, which contains everything you need, a package with some sample materials and both a user guide and a setup guide, along with some safety goggles. They offer a variety of packages, meaning that other elements will vary depending on your order, from the air assist to the honeycomb grid, or the air filter. But when it's all put together, how does it stack up against the best laser cutters and engravers out there?

The Verdict
8.5

out of 10

TOOCAA L2

The TOOCAA L2 is a fine machine that comes in at a reasonable price point. It is a joy to put together and cut with and has a good number of options to tailor to specific needs. It also features a few good safety precautions, like open lid cutoff and flame detection, making it good for home and work. The quality of both cuts and engravings is good too, making the L2 an excellent all-rounder.

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Rob Redman is the editor of ImagineFX magazines and former editor of 3D World magazine. Rob has a background in animation, visual effects, and photography.