VectorForge vs Print Laser Pro's Vector and Laser Studios
Short answer
Pick VectorForge. The whole converter and every export are free, with unlimited downloads. It traces, builds power layers, relief and depth, coins and dither, removes backgrounds, and writes native LightBurn .lbrn2 and xTool .xs projects with the layers split. Their own comparison page says: "Do not assume native project-file parity."
Free converter, no card · Pro $9/mo · or every app in FoundryPass
Verdict
VectorForge vs Print Laser Pro, side by side
Print Laser Pro facts are from their own public pages, checked 2026-10-17. “Not listed” means we could not find it there. Their pages change, so check before you buy.
| Feature | VectorForge | Print Laser Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Converting | ||
| Price to convert and export | Free, unlimited downloads | Part of the $79/mo plan |
| Trace and depth | Trace, power layers, relief/depth, coins, dither | Engraving-ready vectors or depth maps |
| Background removal | Yes | Yes |
| Runs in your browser | Images are not uploaded unless you use AI or cloud save | Not listed |
| Files | ||
| LightBurn | Native .lbrn2, power and cut layers split | LightBurn (.lbrn) listed on Laser Studio |
| xTool | Native .xs | xTool Creative Space (.xcs) listed |
| SVG and DXF | Yes, at the size you set | Yes |
| Price | ||
| Paid tier | Pro $9/mo or $79/yr | $79/mo or $790/yr |
| Percentage of your sales | None | 8% to 4% of each storefront or embed order, $1 minimum |
What it costs
| VectorForge | Print Laser Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Full converter and every export, unlimited downloads | 24-hour test drive; print-ready downloads unlock on the paid trial |
| Monthly | Pro $9 | $79 |
| Yearly | Pro $79 | $790 |
| Lifetime | Master Key $499, every Forge app | $2,500 |
| Percentage of your sales | None | 8% to 4% of each storefront or embed order, $1 minimum |
| Every Forge app (FoundryPass) | $29/mo · $290/yr · $499 once | $79/mo for their one plan |
In their own words
Do not assume native project-file parity. VectorForge advertises .lbrn2 and .xs exports.
Print Laser Pro, their VectorForge comparison page, checked 2026-10-17
VectorForge writes LightBurn .lbrn2 and xTool .xs projects with power and cut layers already separated, plus universal SVG and DXF, at the size you set. It plugs into the LightBurn and xTool workflow you already run.
Fees on your sales
No Forge app takes a percentage of your sales. The apps are flat monthly, yearly or one-time prices. You sell through the store you already run, and what you charge your customer is yours. The Forge for Shopify is coming soon, and it will never take a percentage of your sales either.
| Store order subtotal | Print Laser Pro store-order fee | Forge app fee |
|---|---|---|
| $40 | $3.20 | $0 |
| $120 | $7.80 | $0 |
| $300 | $15.00 | $0 |
| $700 | $28.00 | $0 |
If you need…
Questions
Is VectorForge really free?
Yes. The whole converter and every export are free, with unlimited downloads. Pro adds a commercial license, a cloud library and 40 AI credits a month.
Does VectorForge write native LightBurn and xTool files?
Yes: LightBurn .lbrn2 and xTool .xs projects with separated power and cut layers, plus SVG and DXF.
What does Print Laser Pro say about native file parity?
Their own VectorForge comparison page says: "Do not assume native project-file parity. VectorForge advertises .lbrn2 and .xs exports." (checked 2026-10-17).
Are my images uploaded?
No. Conversion, depth and background removal run in your browser. Images leave your device only if you use an AI feature or cloud save.
More comparisons
Sources (7)
- Print Laser Pro: their own VectorForge comparison page, checked 2026-10-17
- Print Laser Pro: Laser Studio (exports), checked 2026-10-17
- Print Laser Pro: Vector Studio (exports), checked 2026-10-17
- Print Laser Pro: Test drive, checked 2026-10-17
- Print Laser Pro: Pricing (plan, lifetime, store-order usage fees and examples), checked 2026-10-17
- VectorForge: features, exports and FAQ
- FoundryPass: pricing, every app and the Master Key
Competitor facts checked 2026-10-17.
Try VectorForge on a real job.
VectorForge is in FoundryPass with every other Forge app: $29 a month, $290 a year, or $499 once. No Forge app takes a percentage of your sales.