Comparison

xTool Creative Space vs Longer Studio

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

Longer Studio

Features
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Longer Studio is the official mobile companion app for Longer laser engravers and UV printers. Design, edit, connect, and run jobs from your iPhone or iPad—no computer required. KEY FEATURES • Device Connection & Setup Connect via WiFi or Bluetooth provisioning. Discover Longer devices on your network and monitor device status in real time. • Laser Creation Visual canvas editor: import images, add text and shapes, manage layers, and adjust laser parameters (power, speed, mode, and more). Apply image processing filters and send engraving jobs to your machine. • UV Print Creation Built for UV printers: multi-layer editing, specialized print modes, print area preview, and job submission. • AI Creation Generate images with built-in AI tools and import results directly into your canvas for further editing. • Job Control For lasers: framing, focus, progress, and status monitoring. For printers: job progress and history. • Projects & Assets Import LGS project files, material libraries, and case templates to speed up your workflow. • Device Maintenance Firmware updates, device settings, third-axis/accessory configuration, and maintenance tools. • Multilingual UI Available in multiple languages, optimized for phone and tablet. REQUIREMENTS This app is designed to work with Longer laser engravers and UV printers. Supported models are listed in the app and on our website. SUPPORT Questions or feedback? Use in-app feedback or email support@longer.net. Download Longer Studio and create anywhere.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Longer Studio at weekly against xTool Creative Space's every 5 weeks. Longer Studio also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, Longer Studio weekly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
xTool Creative Space versus Longer Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxTool Creative SpaceLonger Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size339 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMakeblock Co., Ltd.Shenzhen Longer3D Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

xTool Creative Space

No in-app purchases

None

Longer Studio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is xTool Creative Space free?
xTool Creative Space is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Longer Studio free?
Longer Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do xTool Creative Space or Longer Studio have ads?
Neither xTool Creative Space nor Longer Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xTool Creative Space or Longer Studio?
xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, and Longer Studio weekly. Most recently, xTool Creative Space was updated on October 30, 2026 and Longer Studio on October 30, 2026.

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