# Uist vs CraftLab

The clearest difference is rating: CraftLab at 3.9 against Uist's 1.0. CraftLab also leads on ratings volume (696 vs 1). Uist's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CraftLab sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Uist asks for nothing beyond the download.

CraftLab holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CraftLab has 696 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Uist's written reviews are positive against 20% of CraftLab's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Uist ships an update every 5 weeks, CraftLab every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Uist | CraftLab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uist/id1380565559/reviews) | **[3.9 (696 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/craftlab-addons-for-minecraft/id6502546859/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **696** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 98 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Handbuilt Creative Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1337468402) | [ETNOGAME LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1678582064) |

## What reviewers say

### Uist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uist/id1380565559)

Explore the world through augmented reality, uncovering hidden local secrets and historical experiences. Discover creative AR content made by a global network of artists and creators, all within a single application.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality exploration, Discover local secrets, Uncover historical AR experiences, View creative AR content, Explore the world virtually

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### CraftLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/craftlab-addons-for-minecraft/id6502546859)

Discover and install a vast library of add-ons, maps, and texture packs to transform your Minecraft Pocket Edition gameplay. Easily customize your experience with new creatures, items, and visual enhancements. Regularly updated with the latest community-created content.

**Highlights:** Vast add-on library, Immersive maps, High-definition textures, Easy installation, Regular content updates, Customizable gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Special Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Spin Wheel | $0.49 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Lots of mods
- 👍 Mods work well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium mods locked behind paywall
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality
- 🐛 Mods not working/corrupting worlds
- 🤖 Illegal use of Curseforge name/branding

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not loading properly
- Inability to download/import mods
- Mods not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add search functionality
- More free/open-source mods
- Improve mod compatibility
- Expand mod selection (e.g. FNAF, Creaturechat, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Uist free?

Uist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CraftLab free?

CraftLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Uist or CraftLab?

CraftLab is rated higher. Uist averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while CraftLab averages 3.9 from 696 ratings.

### Do Uist or CraftLab have ads?

CraftLab shows ads; Uist does not.

### Which is updated more often, Uist or CraftLab?

Uist ships an update every 5 weeks, and CraftLab every 3 weeks. Most recently, Uist was updated on October 7, 2026 and CraftLab on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*