Comparison

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper vs 3D Print Commander

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

Head to head
About

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper

Control and monitor your 3D printer remotely with this advanced application. Prepare prints, manage files, and tune settings with a user-friendly interface optimized for mobile devices. Supports OctoPrint, Klipper, and various printer brands.

Highlights
  • Remote print monitoring and control
  • Easy print preparation
  • Full file and terminal access
  • Webcam and multi-cam support
  • Notifications for print and filament status
  • Gcode Viewer
  • Support for multiple printers and plugins
Features
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OctoApp is build with iOS in mind and is completely optimized for being used on a iPhone or iPad. The app supports OctoPrint and Klipper (Moonraker, Mainsail and Fluidd), Bambu Lab and Elegoo printers. The UI is structured into three workspaces: Connect, Prepare, Print. The Connect workspace helps you get your printer connected to OctoPrint and as soon as a printer is available OctoApp will move to the Prepare workspace. Here you can get ready for your next print! Heat your hotend, swap filament or level the bed. When you are ready and start your print, OctoApp shows the Print workspace where you can control and tune your print! This concepts allows for a simple and fast UI while not sacrificing on features! OctoApp already offers you: + Easy print preparation + Control your print + Full file access and management + Full terminal access + Flow rate, Feed rate and fan controls + Webcam support (also muticam support) + Dark mode + High performance + Notifications about your print and filament + Gcode Viewer + Support for multiple printers + Many power control plugins like PSU Control or IKEA Tradfri + Automatic lights + PrintTimeGenius support + Support for many of your favourite plugins, like ArcWelder or SpoolManager + Remote connection with supported plugin or manual setup, the app switches automatically + OctoEverywhere integration + Obico integration + Works with VPNs, HTTPS and Basic Auth + And much, much more! There is a new feature update roughly 4-8 weeks! Let me know what you are missing! Important notice for remote connections: The app does not provide required servers. You can either set something up yourself and provide the app with a URL reachable over the internet or use a plugin like OctoEverywhere, The Spaghetti Detective or ngrok. --- OctoApp is made for and compatible with but not officially associated with OctoPrint. OctoPrint is a registered trademark. Learn more at octoprint.org OctoApp is not associated with Obico, Bambu Lab, OctoEverywhere, Elegoo or other services integrated --- https://octoapp.eu/terms/

About

3D Print Commander

This app helps 3D printing enthusiasts manage their filament materials, track usage, and log calibration and drying parameters. It offers Apple Watch and Shortcuts integration for enhanced control and efficiency.

Highlights
  • Effortless filament organization
  • Precise material usage tracking
  • Easy calibration parameters logging
  • Detailed filament drying log
  • Apple Watch support
  • Shortcuts integration
Features
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At 3D Print Commander, we've crafted the ultimate tool for managing your 3D printer filament materials with ease and efficiency. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, our app empowers you to gain complete control over your materials, optimizing and streamlining your workflow every step of the way. Here's how we make a difference: - **Effortless Filament Management**: Our intuitive system lets you organize and categorize your entire filament library seamlessly. Store essential details such as color, type, and weight in one easily accessible spot, simplifying your material management. - **Precise Material Usage Tracking**: Never be caught off guard in the middle of a project. With our precise tracking, you can monitor your filament consumption and keep a close eye on your inventory levels, ensuring you're always prepared. - **Easy Calibration Parameters Tracking**: Stabilize and enhance the quality of your prints by recording and recalling essential calibration settings like temperature and speed, allowing you to achieve consistent results effortlessly. - **Detailed Filament Drying Log**: Maintain the integrity and reliability of your prints by keeping a comprehensive log of your filament drying processes. Record drying times and conditions accurately to ensure top-tier print quality. - **Apple Watch Support**: Access vital information quickly and easily right from your wrist, ensuring that you stay informed and in control on-the-go. - **Shortcuts Integration**: Seamlessly integrate with the Shortcuts App to harness the power of Siri and Apple Intelligence, making your experience even more straightforward and efficient. Stay connected across all your Apple devices with iCloud syncing, ensuring your data is always up-to-date and accessible. Simplify your 3D printing process with 3D Print Commander, where control and creativity come together effortlessly.

Screenshots

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper4 screens
3D Print Commander4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 3D Print Commander at none against OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper's 15. 3D Print Commander also leads on device support (5 vs 3). OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 1). On price, rating and review sentiment 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. OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. 3D Print Commander asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper against 5.0 for 3D Print Commander. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper has 1.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper's written reviews are positive against 100% of 3D Print Commander's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper ships an update every 10 days, 3D Print Commander monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper versus 3D Print Commander: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper3D Print Commander
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.3K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews92.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.3K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better27.0
Further details — not scored
Size249 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperErhard Christian WurthnerVolker Schmitt

Customer experience

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper

All ratings1,308 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews99 reviews
Positive92.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative4.0%

3D Print Commander

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Incorrect notifications for print progress
  • Compatibility issues with some printer models

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for Klipper-based printer firmwares
  • Implement iOS widgets for quick status checks
  • Improve camera rotation options

3D Print Commander

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper

Subscriptions2
  • Support for 1 month$0.991 Month
  • Support for 1 year7 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time6
  • All features (Transfer)Free
  • Tip the developer$1.99
  • All features$11.99
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  • All features8 variants$12.99
  • All features$14.99
  • All features$17.99
None

3D Print Commander

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper free?
OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D Print Commander free?
3D Print Commander is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper or 3D Print Commander?
3D Print Commander is rated higher. OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while 3D Print Commander averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper or 3D Print Commander have ads?
3D Print Commander shows ads; OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper does not.
Which is updated more often, OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper or 3D Print Commander?
OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper ships an update every 10 days, and 3D Print Commander monthly. Most recently, OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper was updated on October 30, 2026 and 3D Print Commander on October 20, 2026.

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