Comparison

xTool Creative Space Mobile vs ShowMatic

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

Head to head
About

xTool Creative Space Mobile

Design, edit, and control your xTool laser machine from your mobile device. Create projects on the go, connect wirelessly, and access a library of design elements and project ideas. Supports various image formats and offers advanced features on iPad.

Highlights
  • Design and editing on mobile
  • Wireless machine connection
  • Text curving tool
  • QR code and barcode generation
  • Extensive shape library
  • Multi-format image processing
  • Hand drawing and vector conversion (iPad)
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xTool Creative Space is developed for xTool laser machines. It integrates the functions of design, editing, and machine control. Experience a seamless, efficient workflow whether you're using a PC, iPad, or mobile. Our iPhone app enables you to: 1. Snap & Process on the go, no need for a computer. 2. Connect your machine wirelessly. From editing to processing, your work follows you wherever you go. 3. Curve your text with a simple click & drag to add flair to your designs. 4. Generate barcodes and QR codes in one click, making your project more interactive. 5. Explore a rich collection of shapes, including Borders, Plants, Animals, Festivals, and more! 6. Quickly upload and process images of multiple formats including XCS, SVG, DXF, PNG, JPG, and BMP. On the iPad app, you'll get more powerful features: 1. Flesh out creativity with hand drawing, just as easy as drawing on a piece of paper. 2. Convert bitmap and sketches to vector path. 3. Create your own material test array with various processing parameters. 4. Tap into xTool Projects, get 1000+ project ideas, tutorials, and free design files created by xTool users.

About

ShowMatic

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ShowMatic is the mobile command center for our controllers. Built for haunted attractions, escape rooms, interactive exhibits, and entertainment venues that demand instant visibility and zero downtime. YOUR SHOW IN YOUR POCKET See every device across your location at a glance. Live status streams over Wi-Fi so you know the second a prop stops responding, an air loop drops pressure, or a controller loses power - before patrons notice. MONITOR & DIAGNOSE FROM ANYWHERE Monitor and diagnose your devices from right in front of the prop, from anywhere in the world over the internet, or even without Wi-Fi or internet. FAULT NOTIFICATIONS Get a push alert when a problem is detected. Your tech team can intercept problems before the show is affected. MANAGE AND CONFIGURE Use the app to provision your devices for Wi-Fi, upload sounds, configure scenes, and more. REQUIREMENTS ShowMatic hardware and a ShowMatic account on our cloud.

Screenshots

xTool Creative Space Mobile4 screens
ShowMatic4 screens

Verdict

The call

xTool Creative Space Mobile and ShowMatic are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xTool Creative Space Mobile ships an update every 5 weeks, ShowMatic every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
xTool Creative Space Mobile versus ShowMatic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxTool Creative Space MobileShowMatic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size265 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMakeblock Co., Ltd.Bright Ideas Custom Electronics Inc

Bugs and requests

xTool Creative Space Mobile

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes during tracing and editing
  • Connectivity issues with laser machines
  • Inconsistent behavior and unexpected changes
  • Unreliable camera calibration and positioning

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Better optimization for mobile devices
  • More design and customization tools
  • Comprehensive tutorials and documentation

ShowMatic

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

xTool Creative Space Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

ShowMatic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is xTool Creative Space Mobile free?
xTool Creative Space Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShowMatic free?
ShowMatic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do xTool Creative Space Mobile or ShowMatic have ads?
Neither xTool Creative Space Mobile nor ShowMatic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xTool Creative Space Mobile or ShowMatic?
xTool Creative Space Mobile ships an update every 5 weeks, and ShowMatic every 4 weeks. Most recently, xTool Creative Space Mobile was updated on November 7, 2026 and ShowMatic on October 28, 2026.

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