Engraver vs MINGDA3D
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Engraver
This utility app connects to a laser engraver via Bluetooth. It allows users to import images, input text, and generate QR codes for engraving. Simple image processing is also supported, making it easy to use.
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Import pictures
- Input text
- Generate 2D codes
- Simple picture processing
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The app connects the device through Bluetooth, can import pictures or input text, can generate two-dimensional code, can process pictures simply, easy to operate! Powerful!
MINGDA3D
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MINGDA3D is the companion app for compatible MINGDA 3D printers. Keep your printers, print files, and job information together on your iPhone. MONITOR YOUR PRINTERS View your connected printers and check their availability, print progress, temperatures, and operating information. MANAGE PRINT JOBS Follow printing progress and use supported remote controls, including pause, resume, and stop, when your account permissions and the printer state allow it. WORK WITH PRINT FILES Upload G-code files to compatible printers, browse printer files, and review print history. VIEW PRINTER CAMERAS Open the live view from a compatible printer camera to check on your print. Camera availability depends on the printer, its configuration, and your access permissions. CONNECT AND STAY INFORMED Bind a compatible printer using its QR code or supported local-network discovery. View printer and account notifications, access help, and send feedback with screenshots. MAKE IT YOURS Choose your preferred language and use light or dark appearance. A MINGDA3D account and a compatible, connected MINGDA printer are required for printer features. Available functions vary by model, firmware, configuration, and account permissions. Remote controls do not replace safe, on-site supervision of the printer. Support: support@3dmingda.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MINGDA3D at every 6 days against Engraver's every 4 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.
Engraver ships an update every 4 months, MINGDA3D every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Engraver | MINGDA3D |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (23 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 22.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 23 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 190 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Dongguan Xinjia Laser Technology Co., Ltd | Shenzhen Mingda Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
Engraver
No in-app purchases
MINGDA3D
No in-app purchases








