The price for the small tags will vary by content but probably less than $2.50.
Much depends on the type of rotary engraver you compare but some of them have nearly unlimited capability in terms of the size and shape of objects which can be engraved. They do a fine job of marking metal which you cannot do with a laser unless the metal has a lacquer or anodized surface. A chemical called Cermark can be applied to some metals permitting the laser to make a black mark on the metal.
Rotary machines are slower than a laser on most comparable jobs. They are not good for marking wood and have some limitations graphically with acrylics.
The laser will cut many materials, the rotary will cut some plastics.
I think all of us could probably write a book on what can or can't be done with these machines but you're probably better off to visit mfrs websites or call them. I think all have 800 numbers to the sales dept.
Whoever mentioned looking at used equipment offered sound advice as well.
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