Comparison

HS vs Anycubic

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HS

Control a toy quadrocopter in real-time using your device. Stream live video directly from the drone to your screen.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi quadrocopter control
  • Real-time video transfer
  • Live video streaming
  • Device control
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A toy quadrocopter control by wifi with video transfer real time.

About

Anycubic

This application enhances the 3D printing experience by offering remote control and monitoring of your 3D printer. Access a library of models, manage your print files with cloud storage, and find helpful guides and troubleshooting tips.

Highlights
  • Remote 3D printer control
  • Real-time printing visualization
  • Print parameter adjustment
  • Automatic print analysis reports
  • Cloud storage for print files
  • Searchable model library
  • Printer usage instructions and tips
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Bringing 3D Printing from the Workshop to Every Home From fingertip control to creative realization, we deliver stable and intelligent experiences that connect every maker’s present and future. Remote Smart Control – Professional Printing Without Limits ● Start prints anywhere, monitor progress in real time, pause/resume/cancel jobs remotely, and fine-tune core printing parameters. ● Receive automatic alerts when prints finish, with professional analysis reports to help makers optimize with data. ● Compatible with Kobra S1C/Kobra 3/M7/Kobra 2 Pro/Plus/Max/M5/M3 Premium/Photon P1/Kobra X/Kobra S1 Max to unlock the full performance of every device. Cloud Collaboration – Unlock Your Creative Space Free dedicated cloud storage for safely backing up and managing your print files. Sync seamlessly across devices, keep your creative library online anytime, and free up local storage. Model Ecosystem – From Inspiration to Creation in One Tap ● Extensive curated model library covering figurines, home decor, education, industrial prototypes, and more for fast, precise matching. ● Slicing zone provides pre-tested, ready-to-use files—new users skip complex setup, while professionals accelerate iteration. ● A creator community is gradually taking shape to encourage original design sharing, so every idea can be seen, reused, and grown. Full-Scale Support – Your Partner from Beginner to Pro Built-in help center and step-by-step tutorials cover everything from setup and calibration to advanced parameter tuning. Smart answers for common issues help new users get started quickly and support professionals in mastering advanced skills. We believe 3D printing should not be limited to a few. Anycubic – built on stable, intelligent experiences, guided by an open, symbiotic ecosystem – making creative freedom accessible to every home and every workshop.

Screenshots

HS2 screens
Anycubic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HS at 4.1 against Anycubic's 2.9. HS also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 29%) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). Anycubic's advantage is ratings volume (407 vs 32). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HS holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anycubic has 407 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of HS's written reviews are positive against 29% of Anycubic's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HS ships an update every 4 weeks, Anycubic monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
HS versus Anycubic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHSAnycubic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (32 ratings) — better2.9 (407 ratings)
Positive reviews47.1% of reviews — better28.6% of reviews
Number of ratings32407 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB163 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHOLY STONE TECHNOLOGY Co.,Ltd.深圳市纵维立方科技有限公司

Customer experience

HS

All ratings32 ratings
Positive78.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative21.9%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative47.1%

Anycubic

All ratings393 ratings
Positive42.0%
Neutral9.7%
Negative48.3%
Written reviews336 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral14.0%
Negative57.4%

Bugs and requests

HS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Anycubic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Login and account issues
  • Printing failures and errors
  • Outdated firmware and compatibility problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more printer models
  • Improve slicing options and customization
  • Implement dark mode
  • Enhance remote print management features

In-app purchases

None

HS

No in-app purchases

None

Anycubic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HS free?
HS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Anycubic free?
Anycubic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HS or Anycubic?
HS is rated higher. HS averages 4.1 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Anycubic averages 2.9 from 407 ratings.
Do HS or Anycubic have ads?
Neither HS nor Anycubic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HS or Anycubic?
HS ships an update every 4 weeks, and Anycubic monthly. Most recently, HS was updated on October 24, 2026 and Anycubic on October 27, 2026.

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