Comparison

xTool Creative Space vs LaserBurn

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

Design, edit, and control your xTool laser machine from your PC, iPad, or mobile device. Create intricate designs with text curving, QR code generation, and a library of shapes. Process images and connect wirelessly for a seamless workflow anywhere.

Highlights
  • Design and editing suite
  • Machine control
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Text curving
  • QR code generation
  • Shape library
  • Image processing
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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

LaserBurn

Control and manage your LONGER laser engraving machine. Import or create designs, set parameters, preview, and monitor engraving progress in real-time. Offers drawing tools, material library, and offline engraving capabilities.

Highlights
  • Connect and control LONGER laser engravers
  • Import or create designs
  • Set engraving parameters
  • Real-time progress monitoring
  • Offline engraving support
  • Drawing and text tools
  • Engraving history
Features
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[Important Notice] LaserBurn is only applicable to the LONGER Nano series, B1 series and RAY5 series. For the required firmware for the B1 series, please visit the following link: https://bit.ly/48eaZw5 or contact official after-sales service at support@longer.net. [Introduction] The LaserBurn app is designed specifically for LONGER laser engraving machines. With this app, you can connect and control your LONGER laser engraver, import or create designs, set engraving parameters, preview the engraving before starting, monitor progress in real-time, view engraving history, and even use offline engraving. [Wi-Fi Setup] - Display network information, scan for available Wi-Fi networks automatically, or assign a network manually. [Creation] - Offers drawing tools for graffiti (lines and simple shapes), text, QR code creation, album import and editing, photo capture, a material library, and layer management. [Preparation] - Set the design's position and size, and preview the engraving pattern. - Use border patrol to outline and adjust the engraving area. - Configure engraving parameters (laser power, speed, precision, repetitions, etc.). [Control] - Displays the machine's current position, and allows you to set the zero point, zero the software/hardware, move the axis, and adjust the laser focus. [Work] - Shows engraving details, including machine status, time, repetitions, and coordinates. - Adjust parameters such as laser power magnification, feed speed, and air assist. - Provides pause, resume, and end engraving options. [File] - View a list of G-code files stored on the machine, including capacity, file size, and more. - Select files for preview and engraving. [History] - Displays engraving history, including file names, times, and repetitions. - Reuse history files for repeat engraving. [Materials] - Access built-in or custom patterns for easy reuse. [Help] - A wealth of tutorial videos and documents are available to help you quickly get started with your LONGER engraving machine and troubleshoot any issues.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: xTool Creative Space at 4.7 against LaserBurn's 1.6. xTool Creative Space also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 8%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 26). LaserBurn's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

xTool Creative Space holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xTool Creative Space has 1.2K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of xTool Creative Space's written reviews are positive against 8% of LaserBurn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, LaserBurn every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 17, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
xTool Creative Space versus LaserBurn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxTool Creative SpaceLaserBurn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better1.6 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews37.7% of reviews — better8.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better26
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size339 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMakeblock Co., Ltd.Shenzhen Longer3D Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

xTool Creative Space

All ratings1,180 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews61 reviews
Positive37.7%
Neutral11.5%
Negative50.8%

LaserBurn

All ratings26 ratings
Positive11.5%
Neutral7.7%
Negative80.8%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive8.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

None

xTool Creative Space

No in-app purchases

None

LaserBurn

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is xTool Creative Space free?
xTool Creative Space is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LaserBurn free?
LaserBurn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, xTool Creative Space or LaserBurn?
xTool Creative Space is rated higher. xTool Creative Space averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while LaserBurn averages 1.6 from 26 ratings.
Do xTool Creative Space or LaserBurn have ads?
Neither xTool Creative Space nor LaserBurn shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xTool Creative Space or LaserBurn?
xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, and LaserBurn every 3 weeks. Most recently, xTool Creative Space was updated on September 17, 2026 and LaserBurn on September 17, 2026.

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