Definitely not. Ultimately, what defines a "real woodworker" is not the specific tools they use, but rather their passion, skill, creativity, and dedication to the craft of woodworking. Whether someone chooses to incorporate laser technology into their woodworking practice or not, they are still a legitimate and skilled woodworker.

The answer is yes! The average annual income of an American woodworker is USD 37,000+. And if it involves some carpentry work, that's even more profitable. The key to making money with woodworking lies in identifying the right niche, creating high-quality and unique products, and effectively marketing and selling your creations. Laser machines are just the tools that's making your projects more popular to your customers.

If you want to go in the traditional route, the answer is yes. You have to do a lot of training and practices to go through with all thosetraditional power tools in order to hone your skills. But if you just want to start a woodworking business with a laser and expect to makemoney out of it, it can be much easier. It may cost a little more at the beginning, but it will take much shorter time from the beginning towhere you start making money.

If your budget is not the issue, xTool P2 55W CO2 laser is definitely the best choice. It has high power (55W) that enables you to cut thick wood. It also works with a conveyor feeder that's perfect for long wood material engraving and cutting.
But if the budget is the issue here, xTool S1 diode laser is the best alternative. It has 40W, 20W, and 2W choices, and features ultra safety and multiple positioning methods.