Comparison

MKSLaser vs Creality Cloud

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

Head to head
About

MKSLaser

This app enables mobile control of a laser engraving machine. Connect via Wi-Fi to operate the machine, transfer files, and manage engraving parameters. Edit images, adjust settings, and monitor the engraving process directly from your phone.

Highlights
  • Connect to engraver via Wi-Fi
  • Operate machine remotely
  • File transfer and management
  • Image editing and parameter adjustment
  • Real-time engraving monitoring
  • Built-in graphic material selection
Features
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MKSLaser 是一款用于手机与 MKS DLC32 交互的应用程序。使用本应用程序前,请确保手机与雕刻机在同一局域网内。在应用程序中输入机器的IP或扫描局域网中的雕刻机。连接成功后即可操作机器、定位、文件传输、雕刻、查看雕刻信息等)。 首页左上角的连接按钮可以输入雕刻机的IP地址或在局域网内扫描雕刻机。上部显示屏显示机器当前的 X/Y 坐标和激光强度。底部有四个大按钮,可以进入对应的子菜单: 1.点击“创建”按钮后 a.图片可以编辑,图片来源可以有几种方式:在手机屏幕上涂鸦、在手机上拍照、在手机上选择图片。 b.进入编辑画面后,可以对画面进行亮度、对比度等效果的编辑。还可以配置文件名修改、图片大小、速率、功率等。 c.雕刻范围可在手机APP上巡查,即轮廓雕刻。 d.参数调整完成后,即可切片上传至雕刻机。雕刻机成功接收后,您将进入雕刻页面。 2.点击“控制”按钮后 雕刻机采用步进电机移动,可设定不同的步距和移动速度; 还可以使步进电机归零、定位、解锁步进电机等。 3.点击“素材”按钮后 您可以选择用于雕刻的内置图形材料 4.点击“雕刻”按钮后 雕刻机返回到机器上TF卡的文件列表,可以选择要雕刻的文件

About

Creality Cloud

This platform simplifies 3D printing for makers and hobbyists. Explore a vast model library, slice and print directly from your phone, and manage your printer remotely. Connect with a global community, earn rewards for your designs, and enhance your creativity.

Highlights
  • Vast 3D model library
  • Cloud-based slicing and printing
  • Remote 3D printer control
  • AI-powered search and design tools
  • Community engagement and sharing
  • Rewards for designers
Features
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Creality Cloud App Creality Cloud – The Ultimate 3D Printing Platform Unleash Your Creativity with the World's Leading 3D Printing Community Creality Cloud is the all-in-one 3D printing platform built for makers, hobbyists, and professionals. Join a thriving global community of over 4 million users and explore a vast 3D model library, AI-powered tools, and seamless built-in cloud slicing. Manage your prints remotely, connect with fellow creators, and bring your ideas to life—all in one powerful app. Key Features Explore a Vast 3D Model Library Browse millions of high-quality 3D models, including thousands of free designs ready for download and printing. AI-powered search helps you find models faster with image-based search and semantic search. Discover trending, exclusive, and premium models, curated just for you. Join themed design contests and showcase your creativity to the world. Slice & Print with Cloud-Based Slicing Slice and print directly from your phone—no software downloads required. Convert STL files to G-code effortlessly and preview sliced files within the app. Supports 10+ languages, ensuring a seamless experience for users worldwide. Earn Rewards & Grow as a Designer Earn points when your models are downloaded, sliced, or printed, and redeem them for exciting rewards. Receive boosts from active users with platform-issued boost tickets. Set your own prices for paid models and offer discounts to boost sales. AI-powered upload assistant helps you tag, categorize, and describe models more efficiently. Enhanced dashboard - Insights provides real-time updates on model performance, fan interactions, and earnings. Remote Control for Your 3D Printer Control and manage your 3D printer from anywhere using your mobile device. Print 3MF files instantly without the need for slicing. Control multiple printers remotely with an intuitive dashboard. Capture and view timelapse videos of your printing process. Connect with a Thriving 3D Printing Community Engage with millions of makers and printing enthusiasts from around the world. Share your projects, seek advice, and exchange ideas to enhance your skills. Unlock Exclusive Premium Benefits Upgrade to premium membership and enjoy free downloads of 400+ premium models. Faster model downloads and slicing speeds for an enhanced experience. Auto-Renewing Subscription Creality Cloud Premium: Monthly (1 month) & Annual (12 months) Auto-Renewal Your iTunes account will be charged 24 hours before the current period ends. The subscription will auto-renew unless canceled. Cancel Subscription (Apple): Go to Settings → iTunes & App Store → tap Apple ID → View Apple ID → Subscriptions → select Creality Cloud Premium → tap Cancel. Service agreement: https://file2-cdn.creality.com/Auto-Renewal-Service-Agreement.html Who We Are Creality is a leading global brand in 3D printing, dedicated to making 3D printing smarter, easier, and more accessible. Our mission is to empower creators with cutting-edge technology while promoting sustainable and innovative solutions. New User Welcome Bonus Sign up today and enjoy 7 days of free premium membership, including exclusive model downloads and premium perks! Get in Touch Creality Cloud is a free and open platform for everyone to explore, create, and share. Have questions or feedback? Contact us at APPservice@creality.com. Are you a talented 3D designer? Join our Designer Partner Program and unlock new opportunities. Reach out to us at APPservice@creality.com to get started!

Screenshots

MKSLaser3 screens
Creality Cloud4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Creality Cloud at 71% against MKSLaser's 16%. Creality Cloud also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.9) and ratings volume (7.2K vs 49). MKSLaser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 23). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Creality Cloud sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. MKSLaser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Creality Cloud holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Creality Cloud has 7.2K ratings behind it against 49, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of MKSLaser's written reviews are positive against 71% of Creality Cloud's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MKSLaser ships an update every 6 weeks, Creality Cloud weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
MKSLaser versus Creality Cloud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMKSLaserCreality Cloud
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (49 ratings)4.6 (7.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.0% of reviews70.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings497.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
Best chart rank—#125 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB368 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperGuangzhou Qianhui Information Technology Co.,LtdCREALITY 3D (HK) TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Customer experience

MKSLaser

All ratings47 ratings
Positive17.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative76.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive16.0%
Neutral6.0%
Negative78.0%

Creality Cloud

All ratings7,179 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.3%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews1,776 reviews
Positive70.8%
Neutral5.7%
Negative23.5%

Bugs and requests

MKSLaser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Creality Cloud

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Inconsistent print status updates
  • Slicing errors and failed uploads
  • Unresponsive controls and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved translation and localization
  • Ability to import own STL files
  • More advanced slicer settings
  • Streamlined print management
  • Stable camera integration

In-app purchases

None

MKSLaser

No in-app purchases

21 purchases

Creality Cloud

Subscriptions7
  • Plus-Month$7.991 Month
  • 1 Month Subscription Premium2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Plus$7.991 Month
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  • Plus-Year7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • 1 Year Subscription Premium$79.991 Year
  • 1 Year Subscription Premium7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Plus$79.991 Year
One-time14
  • 70 Credits$0.99
  • Monthly Membership(1 Month)$5.99
  • 500 Credits$6.99
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  • Monthly Membership(1 Month)$7.99
  • 200 GB (1 Month)$7.99
  • 200 GB (1 Month)$8.99
  • 1440 Credits$19.99
  • 50 GB (1 Year)$25.99
  • 50 GB (1 Year)$29.99
  • 100 GB (1 Year)$40.99
  • Yearly Membership(12 Months)$59.99
  • Yearly Membership(12 Months)$79.99
  • 9500 Credits$109.99
  • 22090 Credits$299.99

Questions

Is MKSLaser free?
MKSLaser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Creality Cloud free?
Creality Cloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MKSLaser or Creality Cloud?
Creality Cloud is rated higher. MKSLaser averages 1.9 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while Creality Cloud averages 4.6 from 7.2K ratings.
Do MKSLaser or Creality Cloud have ads?
Neither MKSLaser nor Creality Cloud shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MKSLaser or Creality Cloud?
MKSLaser ships an update every 6 weeks, and Creality Cloud weekly. Most recently, MKSLaser was updated on October 23, 2026 and Creality Cloud on October 25, 2026.

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