xTool Creative Space vs TGcontroller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
TGcontroller
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TGcontroller is an application to control a magic smoke machine through bluetooth BLE
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TGcontroller at fortnightly against xTool Creative Space's every 5 weeks. TGcontroller also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, TGcontroller fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | xTool Creative Space | TGcontroller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 339 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Makeblock Co., Ltd. | Yuenyong Soisuwan |
In-app purchases
xTool Creative Space
No in-app purchases
TGcontroller
No in-app purchases
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