EtcherLaser vs Sielux
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.
Sielux
Control your AI laser engraving device from your smartphone. Generate designs with AI, use preset templates, and access material parameters for efficient creative realization.
- AI pattern generation
- Preset graphic templates
- Material engraving parameters
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- Vector/bitmap material library
- Image upload and processing
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Sielux application is a comprehensive application developed specifically for Hymlaser AI intelligent and convenient laser engraving device.It enables users to control the laser engraving machine directly using their smartphone. Sielux integrates multiple connection methods such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, AI painting, AI retouch, preset graphic templates, vector/bitmap materials, preset material engraving parameters, control of laser engraving devices, and community interaction. It assists you in creative design and makes the process from idea generation to creative realization simple and efficient, bringing you a friendly user experience. Our app provides you with: 1. Multiple connection methods, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You can control the laser device anytime and anywhere, whether at home or outdoors. 2. Provide AI creation, such as generating exquisite AI patterns from text, images, or graffiti with one click, adding infinite creativity to you. 3. Provide reference engraving/cutting parameters for different materials, such as wood, glass, cardboard, rock, etc. 4. You can shoot, design, and edit pattern materials anytime and anywhere to preserve your inspiration. 5. Graphic templates close to real-life scenes provide support for your creative life. 6. Abundant vector/bitmap materials, including festival greetings, decorative patterns, characters, and other materials, inject vitality into your creations. 7. Quickly upload and process images in multiple formats including SVG, PNG, JPG, BMP, etc. 8. Interactive community. Let you explore the infinite possibilities of laser engraving together with many like-minded partners.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EtcherLaser at 3.8 against Sielux's 2.5. EtcherLaser also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Sielux's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EtcherLaser holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of EtcherLaser's written reviews are positive against 0% of Sielux's.
EtcherLaser ships an update every 3 months, Sielux monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EtcherLaser | Sielux |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (4 ratings) — better | 2.5 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 69 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SMART DIYS CO., LTD. | Shenzhen Hymlaser Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
EtcherLaser
Sielux
In-app purchases
EtcherLaser
No in-app purchases
Sielux
No in-app purchases








