HONEST REVIEW of the xTool M1: The Pros and Cons Revealed!

I volunteer at a makerspace where I use the laser cutter to make stencils and rubber stamps. Next to that, I've made storage solutions to fit my needs and other handy tools. So to crafters, I suggest visiting a makerspace near you instead of investing in such a machine yourself.

I just got one. looking around at how it is used. I am going to use it to cut leather. really useful info.

This is definitely on my radar!! Thanks for your honet review! Tmika

Do you know if you can use Silhouette Design software with this tool?

What a cool machine, thank you for the in depth review. look forward to seeing more of your creations. It is way beyond anything Ido or desire to do, but it looks really useful for a business crafter.

Great review. Not for me. Size, cost, not into the makes. But mostly? I wouldn’t use it, just like I didn’t use other machines that I ended up donating.

The more I have the less inspired I get. I need to focus more narrowly, not more broadly. But I love seeing all the things!

One thing not mentioned in your excellent review is #1 how often is the software updated #2 what is customer service like? I own a very large ( on a stand in the garage) "die cut" machine for cutting vinyl items for my son-in-law's business. NO real instructions on how to use, complicated software which has only been updated twice in 8 years and NO customer service (" sorry, we sold out to a big brand company"). Thank you for encouraging buyers to do their homework before investing in this new pricey tool! Now if you could make die cuts with it...

Thank you!

Thanks Tiffany. Not something for me based on the size of the machine, and the smoke/heat issues and the cost would be another issue. I'm sure there will be many crafters who will appreciate your honesty and your review. Thanks for all you do!

WOW. So many amazing possibilities. Feels like the right product for someone who likes to do a variety of types of projects. Overkill for a paper crafter. Love the sign. And so want to engrave cups now!!! I'm intrigued with making my own puzzle. I wonder how clean the cuts would be?

Great balanced review Tiffany!

Thank you for an honest review.

Very informative. For myself I will hold off.

Thanks for the balanced overview.

Do I have a laser cutter? Yes. Did I watch this whole video? Yes. They are fun and can have huge potential. But I think they are kind of over kill for most people.

Excellent balanced review. The price nearly gave me a heart attack.

Ich habe auch, aber will doch Omtech kaufen. Schneidet nicht immer ganz sauber, bei Holz 3 mm gibt schon Probleme . Sehr langsam und teuer !

Omg Im Drooling

Thanks for the live to answer your question I have done things like tags gift card holders ornaments and earrings