Maker and STEM Reviews
Latest Maker and STEM Reviews

Pimoroni Yukon Review: Yukon Build Your Dream Robot
By Les Pounder published
Pimoroni’s latest RP2040 based board is all about advanced robotics, but you don’t need to be an expert to get the most from it.

xTool M1 10W Laser Engraver and Vinyl Cutter Review: Jack of All Trades, Master of Some
By Andrew Sink published
Can’t decide between a blade cutter or a laser cutter? xTool M1 to the rescue.

WeCreat Vision 20 Watt Review: Simple, Powerful, and Fast
By Andrew Sink published
Flat, round, or tall, the WeCreat Vision engraves it all.

Glowforge Aura Review: The Crafter’s Laser
By Denise Bertacchi published
A surprising entry level laser that’s easy and safe to use.

LaserPecker LP4 Review: Etch Metal and Wood for a Price
By Denise Bertacchi published
A portable machine that can engrave metal and cut wood with the power of twin Galvo lasers.

Pimoroni PicoVision Review: Two RP2040 Chips, Retro Video
By Les Pounder published
Code like it's the 1980s

xTool F1 Review: Cut and Engrave on the Go
By Denise Bertacchi published
xTool’s portable Galvo laser cuts wood and engraves metal anywhere you can plug in.

Wizmaker L1 36W Laser Review: High Power Laser Cutter for Advanced Users
By Denise Bertacchi published
A lean, mean 36 watt diode laser for all your semi-pro cutting needs.
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