# Bambu Handy vs Nelko

The clearest difference is monetization model: Bambu Handy at free against Nelko's subscription. Bambu Handy also leads on chart position (#43 vs #180). Nelko's advantage is review sentiment (96% vs 88%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bambu Handy sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Nelko sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Bambu Handy against 4.9 for Nelko. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39K and 21K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Bambu Handy's written reviews are positive against 96% of Nelko's.

Bambu Handy ships an update every 11 days, Nelko every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bambu Handy | Nelko |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (39K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bambu-handy/id1625671285/reviews) | **[4.9 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nelko/id1659386800/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **39K** | 21K |
| Positive reviews | 87.8% of reviews | **95.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#43** | #180 |
| Size | 338 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [上海轮廓科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1672889549) | [E-z Ink Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794917158) |

## What reviewers say

### Bambu Handy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bambu-handy/id1625671285)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Manage your 3D printers remotely, browse and print designs from a large library, and get real-time status updates. Access learning resources and create timelapse videos of your prints.

**Highlights:** Remote printer operation, Real-time printing status, 3D model discovery, One-tap printing, Live printing view, Timelapse video creation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MakerLab Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| MakerLab Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| MakerLab Credits | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 🔍 Good monitoring capabilities
- 💡 Integration with Bambu ecosystem
- 🤖 Responsive and smooth interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery drain
- 📱 Lacks iPad optimization
- 🔇 Unreliable notifications
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with cloud integration

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Camera feed not working consistently
- Difficulty switching between printers
- Notifications not working as expected
- Syncing issues between app and printer

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode support for iPad
- Implement slicer functionality within the app
- Allow printing from SD card or local storage
- Provide more customization options
- Improve camera feed reliability and quality


### Nelko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nelko/id1659386800)

**Currently charting:** #180 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This app offers a smart and creative label design experience with powerful editing tools, AI features, and a vast template library. It simplifies label creation for home, office, study, and gift packaging, making printing effortless and precise.

**Highlights:** Refreshed intuitive UI, All-in-one label creation, Massive template library, AI image generation, AI cutout tool, Support for various label types

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - Limited Time Deal | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Quarterly - Limited Time Deal | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Subscription | $15.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual - Limited Time Deal | $24.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $45.99 | per year |
| 100 points, valid for 1 month | $3.99 | one-time |
| 300 points, valid for 2 months | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to set up and use
- 👍 Convenient and portable
- 🔍 Helpful for organization
- 💡 Customizable labels
- ⚡ Quick printing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional printing issues
- 🔋 Label fade over time
- 🔍 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Printing misalignment after update
- Connectivity issues with newer devices
- Font size becoming too large after update

**Requested features**

- Barcode scanning capability
- More font and design options
- Ability to delete saved templates
- Indicator for remaining label count


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bambu Handy free?

Bambu Handy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Nelko free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bambu Handy or Nelko?

Nelko is rated higher. Bambu Handy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 39K ratings, while Nelko averages 4.9 from 21K ratings.

### Do Bambu Handy or Nelko have ads?

Neither Bambu Handy nor Nelko shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bambu Handy or Nelko?

Bambu Handy ships an update every 11 days, and Nelko every 8 days. Most recently, Bambu Handy was updated on October 29, 2026 and Nelko on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bambu Handy or Nelko?

Bambu Handy currently peaks at #43 in the App Store charts, and Nelko at #180. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*