# LaserMark vs Cutting Studio

The clearest difference is rating: LaserMark at 5.0 against Cutting Studio's 4.4. LaserMark also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Cutting Studio's advantage is ratings volume (961 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cutting Studio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. LaserMark asks for nothing beyond the download.

LaserMark holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cutting Studio has 961 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LaserMark | Cutting Studio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lasermark/id1578454341/reviews)** | [4.4 (961 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cutting-studio/id1625376749/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **961** |
| Positive reviews | — | 53.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 41 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Guangzhou Weiqian Lingyi Automation Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578454343) | [Mykola Goncharov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1570170649) |

## What reviewers say

### LaserMark

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lasermark/id1578454341)

Create and edit laser marking documents with text and vector image tools. Download graphics from the cloud and compile designs with various editing functions. Transfer your finished work to a device over a local network.

**Highlights:** Text editing, Vector image editing, Cloud graphic downloads, Move, zoom, rotate, mirror, Align and fill functions, LAN transfer to device

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cutting Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cutting-studio/id1625376749)

Create custom projects with a cutting machine using a vast library of designs, fonts, and an intuitive editor. Offers step-by-step instructions for various occasions and allows you to import or create your own cut files. New content is added weekly to inspire your crafting.

**Highlights:** Over 100 step-by-step projects, 500+ design files, 1000+ fonts, Handy editor for custom designs, Importable cut files, Weekly new content updates

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Design, Fonts for Cut Machine | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Design for Cut Machine | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Super fast
- 💡 Lots of free designs
- 👍 Great app with lots of features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't connect to cutting machine
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤔 Confusing to use
- 💰 Paid app with limited features

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes frequently
- Doesn't work after latest update

**Requested features**

- More free designs and stickers
- Easier way to access pre-made designs
- Ability to upload own files


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LaserMark free?

LaserMark is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cutting Studio free?

Cutting Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LaserMark or Cutting Studio?

LaserMark is rated higher. LaserMark averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Cutting Studio averages 4.4 from 961 ratings.

### Do LaserMark or Cutting Studio have ads?

Neither LaserMark nor Cutting Studio shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LaserMark or Cutting Studio?

LaserMark ships an update fortnightly, and Cutting Studio fortnightly. Most recently, LaserMark was updated on September 9, 2026 and Cutting Studio on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*