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Bring your Glowforge Aura™ Craft Laser home and unlock a new dimension to your creativity. Its powerful laser precisely cuts, engraves, and scores hundreds of materials like wood, acrylic, leather, cardstock — even chocolate — to bring your ideas to life in minutes. With Glowforge Aura’s free and easy-to-use design software, Proofgrade® materials, and optional in-app purchase of millions of designs, fonts, and ready-to-make projects, the only limit is your imagination. Click here for video help setting up your Glowforge Aura Set Up Your Glowforge Aura_
Bring your Glowforge Aura™ Craft Laser home and unlock a new dimension to your creativity. Its powerful laser precisely cuts, engraves, and scores hundreds of materials like wood, acrylic, leather, cardstock — even chocolate — to bring your ideas to life in minutes. With Glowforge Aura’s free and easy-to-use design software, Proofgrade® materials, and optional in-app purchase of millions of designs, fonts, and ready-to-make projects, the only limit is your imagination. Click here for video help setting up your Glowforge Aura Set Up Your Glowforge Aura_
- 22 in. x 20½ in. x 5 in 19 pounds Cutting Area Dimensions: 12 in. x 12 in., up to ¼ in. thick
- Create hardwood place settings, an heirloom leather wallet, an intricately detailed paper birthday card, a plywood organizer perfectly sized for your desk, a unique team sweatshirt, an engraved stone coaster, or millions of other projects from hundreds of materials.
- Start printing immediately with the easy, free app that works on your computer, phone, or tablet. Wi-fi makes it easy to drag and drop from any software you like, engrave images you take with your camera, or choose from limitless designs available online.
- The onboard camera gives you a live preview of your print so you can make the most of your materials. Autofocus and material detection make everything simple and automatic — it’s so easy to use, there’s only one button to press. Welcome to the Glowforge® community. Glowforge Aura is the latest product from the most popular laser choice in the world, empowering hundreds of thousands of makers like you with the ability to create magical things at the push of a button.
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Rated 2 out of
5
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Lindsay from
Buyer beware, this is a diode laser.
Long story short: this is a diode laser and has limited capacity in cutting certain colors (especially of acrylic, which is what I purchased it for). This is NOT noted on their website. Anywhere.
I purchased this machine over the summer, excited that there was a small, entry-level laser cutter now on the market. I purchased this machine, the air filter, and a whole collection of acrylic, as I run a small earring business and purchased this for that sole purpose.
Upon getting the laser, setting it up, and going to make my first earrings - it doesn't cut white, clear, and blue acrylics... what? I did EXTENSIVE reading on their site, the machine had only been out for about a month and did everything in my power to read all the information that was available, both on their website and on social media. In being baffled by this, I contacted Glowforge and was told that this is because it was a DIODE laser, which has a very specific color spectrum.
After a week or so of "politely" arguing with their customer service, they eventually let me return the machine and filter (they did not want to, and even made me pay $100 for shipping even though I live near their warehouse). My main call-out was their materials list showed a white/clear color for "acrylic" and this, in fact, was false advertising along with not ever noting the fact that this is a diode laser. You'll notice now that the material list now shows orange acrylic.
Additional thing to note: their proofgrade materials come in the colors that this machine cannot cut and there is not any indication that they are meant for their CO2 machines (at least there wasn't the last time I checked).
Just be aware of the limitations this machine has. It could be a great entry-level laser cutter for some, but it's unethical that they do not acknowledge on their site that this machine has limitations and that it is a diode laser (just checked again, still not on the specs). So PLEASE be aware that you cannot cut a full spectrum of acrylic colors - acrylic earrings are super popular right now, so hoping this saves someone the hassle I encountered, as they probably will not let you return the machine.
Date published: 2023-11-28
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Not happy from
Broken 😡 in the first 30 days
I bought this a month ago and was so excited to use it! After waiting for 2 hours my first earrings were made. It was cool for about 28 days and stopped working. Customer service is terrible and they want me to pay 75% of the total cost AGAIN to have it replaced. Terrible customer service and this is the 2nd product I have purchased from Glowforge to be total crap.
Date published: 2023-10-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Love this machine!
I was in the market to be able to cut acrylic to do social media signs. I researched it on Tik Tok watched videos and decided on purchasing the AURA. It has definitely given me a crafting bug, I use it everyday. I can't wait to do more with this machine!
Date published: 2023-09-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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Zdesigns from
Loving my new Aura!
I have to say it has been amazing learning all about my new Aura and I am LOVING IT!!. A huge bonus is that you use this inside with a filter!! 🫶🏻
Date published: 2023-09-14
Rated 5 out of
5
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Rvt1104 from
Great machine for the home crafters
Recently purchased the aura. Have had some missteps but the support I got from the company is unlike anything I've every encountered. They really are there for you to succeed. Love that I can draw my own designs.
Date published: 2023-09-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Nichole from
Great addition to my craft space!
I purchased my Glowforge Aura approximately two weeks ago, and I must say, I'm absolutely delighted with it! During this time, I've encountered no issues whatsoever with the machine. However, there are a few noteworthy observations I'd like to share:
* I like the natural scent of wood, so the post-cut aroma when I open the lid doesn't bother me. That said, I'm uncertain about my reaction to the smell of cut acrylic.
* The initial setup requires you to create a free account, and as a bonus, you receive a complimentary trial period for accessing Glowforge's SVG files. Additionally, it's worth noting that you have the option to craft your own files or purchase them from alternative sources.
* There is a subscription cost following the free trial. This subscription entails more than just access to files; it includes other valuable perks. I recommend reviewing all the specifics to understand the full offering.
* Given my limited workspace, I'm pleased to report that the Glowforge Aura fits comfortably within it.
* I was initially apprehensive about using it for the first time due to its laser technology, but I took the necessary precautions to ensure safety.
* I've never owned a laser cutter before, so although some might think it's slow, I don't mind the pace at all.
In summary, my experience with the Glowforge Aura has been positive, with only minor considerations to keep in mind.
Date published: 2023-09-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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Trin from
Love this product!
Love the Aura and all the new crafts we can design. The software has been super easy to use and customer service has always been available with any questions we've had!
Date published: 2023-09-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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jwdi from
Love the Aura!
I have a very big glow forge, and bought the aura firmware compact solution for later use in some cases. The set up was easy, and maintenance seems to be very easy to. The cuts were great. Cut acrylic for jewelry, and engraved wood pencils, and a jig also made on the aura. Engraved a leather map of middle earth. The aura is really powerful for its size, and definitely has a place in my craft room next to the big granddaddy Glowforge. Well done, I Glowforge
Date published: 2023-09-06