EtcherLaser vs LaserTonor
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.
LaserTonor
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Bluetooth Connectivity: Establish connection with laser engravers to start/stop operations, adjust engraving progress, and monitor real-time status. Multi-Format Support: Upload and directly send various image formats ( PNG, JPG, BITMAP, PLT, SVG, Gcode) to devices for engraving without manual import. Parameter Customization: Configure laser power, engraving speed, cutting depth, and material-specific settings. Real-Time Preview: Generate visual simulations of engraving paths to preview results and prevent material waste from design errors. Firmware Updates: Deliver wireless firmware upgrades through the app to optimize performance or fix bugs without manual intervention. Hybrid Engraving: Combine different data types (e.g., vector and raster) in a single job for multi-effect engraving results.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LaserTonor at fortnightly against EtcherLaser's every 3 months. EtcherLaser's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). 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, LaserTonor fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EtcherLaser | LaserTonor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SMART DIYS CO., LTD. | Shenzhen Xiyou Aurora Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
EtcherLaser
No in-app purchases
LaserTonor
No in-app purchases








