Comparison

Cutting Studio vs HTVRONT

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

Head to head
About

Cutting Studio

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
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Do you want to create cool projects with a Cutting Machine? We provide everything you need! We have over 100 cool projects available with step by step instructions. For Birthday, Easter, Christmas, Wedding this is just a small part of what you will get Each project has a cut file that you can easily import into your favorite program or use our handy editor You can also choose from 500 cool files and over 1000 fonts and create your own design right inside the app In addition, you can draw the design yourself using our editor and transfer it to your favorite cutting program. Every week we add new trending projects, fonts and designs so that you can create only what you will be proud of *Disclaimer: Designs for Plotter is not affiliated with Cricut in any way. Cricut, Cricut Design Space, Cricut Joy, Cricut Explore and Cricut Maker are copyrighted by Cricut Inc. Designs for Cricut is a free app. You can use a large percentage of the features completely free, but if you decide you like them, you can always upgrade to PRO. It costs $29.99 a year Privacy Policy: https://pages.flycricket.io/cricut/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://pages.flycricket.io/cricut/terms.html

About

HTVRONT

This app is a comprehensive design and crafting studio for creators. It offers tools to design custom graphics, integrate with cutting machines, and access a vast library of resources. Connect with a community of fellow makers to share ideas and projects.

Highlights
  • Connect and manage cutting machines via Bluetooth
  • Create and customize SVG designs with AI styles
  • Access 50,000+ SVG images and 100+ fonts
  • Design intricate 3D box projects
  • Join a community of craft enthusiasts
  • Auto-save projects offline
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Unleash your creativity with HTVRONT, the all-in-one design and crafting app for crafters, artists, and DIY enthusiasts. Whether you're designing a t-shirt, making stickers, or personalizing gifts, HTVRONToffers powerful tools and a vibrant community to bring your ideas to life. Seamless Machine Integration - Connect and manage multiple HTVRONT cutting machines via BLUETOOTH® - Fine-tune cutting settings for hundreds of materials like vinyl, fabric, wood, and metal - Handle multiple projects without device limitations Effortless Design & Editing - Create and customize SVG designs with AI styles - Work with shapes, colors, text, and layers to craft the perfect design - Auto-save ensures your projects are never lost—even offline - Easily upload and edit images in multiple formats Endless Inspiration & Resources - Access 50,000+ SVG images, 100+ fonts, and project templates - Explore diverse themes for Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and more - Create intricate 3D box projects with ease A Friendly Community for Creators - Join thousands of craft enthusiasts in an inspiring creative space - Discover new ideas, share projects, and learn from fellow makers - Easily switch between languages with a user-friendly interface No matter your skill level, HTVRONT makes DIY easy, fun, and limitless. Download now and start creating! Need help? Visit https://www.loklik.com/contact or join https://community.loklik.com/ for assistance. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Cutting Studio4 screens
HTVRONT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: HTVRONT at free against Cutting Studio's freemium. HTVRONT also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Cutting Studio's advantage is ratings volume (961 vs 250). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Cutting Studio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and HTVRONT sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HTVRONT holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 961 and 250 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of Cutting Studio's written reviews are positive against 47% of HTVRONT's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cutting Studio ships an update fortnightly, HTVRONT monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cutting Studio versus HTVRONT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCutting StudioHTVRONT
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (961 ratings)4.6 (250 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.5% of reviews — better46.8% of reviews
Number of ratings961 — better250
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB222 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMykola GoncharovHK SIJIU INTERNATIONAL SHARE CO.,LIMITED

Customer experience

Cutting Studio

All ratings961 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral4.4%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive53.5%
Neutral9.3%
Negative37.2%

HTVRONT

All ratings250 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews47 reviews
Positive46.8%
Neutral6.4%
Negative46.8%

Bugs and requests

Cutting Studio

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes frequently
  • Doesn't work after latest update

Requested features

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

HTVRONT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Cutting Studio

Subscriptions2
  • Design, Fonts for Cut Machine3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Design for Cut Machine$29.991 Year
19 purchases

HTVRONT

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Subscription1 Month trial$11.991 Month
  • Pro Subscription1 Month trial$119.991 Year
One-time17
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$0.99
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$2.39
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$2.79
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  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$2.99
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$3.95
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$6.99
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$9.99
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$21.99
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$36.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$42.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$43.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$44.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$45.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$46.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$47.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$48.90
  • IdeaStudio Item(s)$49.90

Questions

Is Cutting Studio free?
Cutting Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HTVRONT free?
HTVRONT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cutting Studio or HTVRONT?
HTVRONT is rated higher. Cutting Studio averages 4.4 out of 5 from 961 ratings, while HTVRONT averages 4.6 from 250 ratings.
Do Cutting Studio or HTVRONT have ads?
Neither Cutting Studio nor HTVRONT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cutting Studio or HTVRONT?
Cutting Studio ships an update fortnightly, and HTVRONT monthly. Most recently, Cutting Studio was updated on September 23, 2026 and HTVRONT on September 21, 2026.

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