LONGER Laser Engraver Ray5 5W Higher Accuracy DIY Laser Engraving Machine with 3.5" Touch Screen,Offline Usage Laser Cutter,400x400mm,0.08mm Laser Spot, CNC Laser Cutter for Wood Metal Acrylic Glass

I’m beyond impressed with this engraving machine! Setup was straightforward, and the instructions were clear even for a beginner like me. Within 30 minutes, I was already engraving wood and acrylic with beautiful precision. The machine runs smoothly, the build quality feels solid, and the laser power is more than enough for hobby projects and small business use. I’ve tested it on wood, leather, and even coated metal — all turned out perfect.What I love most is how accurate and consistent the results are. It’s quiet, fast, and the software is user-friendly. If you’re thinking about starting a craft business or just want a reliable engraver at home, this is the one. Definitely worth the investment!

I’ve been using the LONGER Ray5 5W for a couple of months now, and it has exceeded my expectations. The 0.08mm laser spot delivers incredibly fine detail, and the 400x400mm working area is perfect for most of my DIY projects. I especially love the 3.5” touch screen which makes offline operation so convenient—I can run jobs without always needing my computer. It cuts and engraves beautifully on wood, acrylic, and even light metals. Setup was straightforward, and the machine feels sturdy and well-built. Overall, it’s an excellent choice for hobbyists and small business owners who want professional-quality results at a reasonable price. Highly recommend!

The media could not be loaded. This is a solid entry-level UV laser engraver for beginners who want to get into laser engraving without spending a fortune. The LONGER 5W strikes a great balance between affordability, ease of use, and decent engraving quality.Pros:- Good engraver for beginners – super approachable even if you've never used one before.- Easy setup: took me under an hour from unboxing to first burn.- the 400x400mm workspace is generous and perfect for small to mid-sized projects.- Compatible with Lightburn, which makes design and control smooth.- Engraves wood and acrylic cleanly, and with proper settings can cut through thin plywood.- Come with a free safety goggle, must have to safe laser operation.- Comes with helpful extras: a microSD card, free data cable, and a touchscreen that supports offline use - this is a huge plus if you don’t want to tether it to your computer.- Acceptable noise level: the fan and movement sound are noticeable but not disruptive. I can comfortably run it in my garage.Cons- Doesn’t engrave on metal directly. You’ll need to spray a black coating or use anodized metal.- 5W laser is a bit underpowered for cutting thicker materials or engraving at high speed. Great for hobby use, but not industrial level.As shown in the pics uploaded, it handled detail well - engraving the "LONGER" logo on wood came out clean and crisp. I also decreased the cutting speed and increased power to 100%, and I managed to cut out a plywood and engrave a cartoon cat on the same wood. Great results for the price and laser power delivered.Overall: If you're new to laser engraving and want something affordable but capable, the LONGER 5W is a smart buy. Just know its limits with metal and thick materials.

So many problems right out of the box:1. Can't attach the control module because the left mounting screw collides inside the frame with a screw to hold the frame together. Had to come up with a 1/4" spacer for that screw. Absolutely no way this problem would not be apparent for anyone assembling this unit.2. The attach method for the belts is extremely "mickey mouse".3. There are no travel end stops on the X axis, even though the screw holes are there. But it wouldn't matter. The Laser head hits the microswitch on the Left about 1 1/2" before it would reach the limit screw. Nothing to stop it on the Right...no stop and no switch.4. There ARE limit stops on the Y axis, and the front one you have to install during assembly (it's just a screw). But I don't know why. Again, the moving parts hit the microswitch about 1 1/2" before the stops screw, AND...the Laser head hits the front frame at the same time that the microswitch is hit.5. Powering up, the controller sees the Wi-Fi with a strong signal. But it won't connect, returns no error, just goes back to the starting point. ALL of the usual possible reasons for this were tested, and nothing fixed it.SO....about 2 hours of tedious assembly will be followed with similar amount of time to send this junk back.

This laser engraver is an amazing value for the price. It was easy to set up, and the engraving quality is very precise, even fine details come out clean. I’ve used it on wood, leather, and acrylic with great results. The big workspace is perfect for most projects, and the WiFi and app control make it very convenient. A great choice for beginners or hobbyists.

FINALLY!! This is the THIRD laser I’ve bought in 2 weeks and it actually connects to the computer and works fine with both laserGBRL and Lightburn. Etches/engraved steel and glass with no issue and very clean. The laser itself is definitely what it says and is quite powerful. It does a really nice, detailed engraving of photos too!I am an absolute beginner i.e (just taught myself to use lightburn like 2 days ago) and I was happy with the ease of use and assembly. Instructions are pretty ehh but whatever.. use your brain and you’ll be ok, hopefully.Cons:There are no physical limit switches so be careful and take your time to make sure you place your file correctly. Don’t trust lightburn to follow your input of the laser dimensions.Doesn’t come with a honeycomb panel so you’ll have to buy one or put down a piece of sheet metal like I did.Anyhow.. nice powerful laser for the money in my opinion!