EtcherLaser vs CarryLaser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EtcherLaser
This app allows users to design and process laser engravings using a connected machine. It features a built-in camera for precise placement, conversion of handwriting and illustrations into editable data, and access to free in-app assets.
- Camera-assisted design placement
- Handwriting and illustration conversion
- Use photos from camera roll
- Free in-app design assets
- Connects to Etcher Laser machines
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EtcherLaser is an application for the Etcher Laser laser processing machine series. The Etcher Laser is equipped with a camera so that the software can capture photos inside the device, allowing users to easily adjust their data exactly where they want it on their material. In addition, handwriting and illustrations can be converted into data and processed by the built-in camera. You can also easily use photos in your camera roll or create your works with free assets in the app.
CarryLaser
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CarryLaser is a control application designed for small laser engraving equipment. It can be used to control the device to print pictures, contours or cuts on the suitable surface of the engraved object. CarryLaser connects devices wirelessly (WLAN or Device’s AccessPoint). User can import sample pictures coming with the App, or import pictures by accessing the camera or album. The imported picture can be edited with clip, zoom, rotate or add text. Then the device will upload converted code files to the device so that it can work offline. User can connect to the device at any time and see the progress of working when the device is working offline.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CarryLaser at monthly against EtcherLaser's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EtcherLaser ships an update every 3 months, CarryLaser monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EtcherLaser | CarryLaser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SMART DIYS CO., LTD. | 斌 周 |
In-app purchases
EtcherLaser
No in-app purchases
CarryLaser
No in-app purchases








