Comparison

LaserPecker Design Space vs CraftCut

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

Head to head
About

LaserPecker Design Space

This app provides a comprehensive platform for designing, editing, and controlling laser engraving machines. It allows users to upload images, create custom designs, and manage engraving settings for various materials. The software offers a user-friendly experience across mobile devices and laptops, facilitating efficient laser marking workflows.

Highlights
  • Design and edit custom laser engravings
  • Connect and control laser machines via Bluetooth/WiFi
  • Upload photos, patterns, and local files
  • Generate barcodes and QR codes
  • Real-time project preview and adjustment
  • Access community designs and inspirations
Features
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嗨兴科技 LaserPecker Design Space is a comprehensive software solution developed specifically for LaserPecker laser machines. It seamlessly integrates design, editing, and machine control functionalities, enabling a streamlined and efficient engraving and cutting workflow. Whether you're using a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop, the LaserPecker Design Space provides a consistent and user-friendly experience. Design, Control and Engrave 1. Connect your machine via Bluetooth or WiFi and start the engraving process on the go. 2. Quickly upload photos, patterns, and images of various formats to create your custom designs. 3. Select materials and precisely control engraving settings to achieve your desired results. 4. Access a rich collection of shapes and upload your own local files. 5. Easily generate barcodes and QR codes for batch laser marking. 6. Preview your project in real-time, and fine-tune the position and size on the material. 7. Explore inspirations from the LaserPecker community Craftzone. Get the project with one-step engraving procedure. *Note* This app is compatible with LP2, LP3, LP4, LP5, and LX series laser machines. To ensure optimal performance, please make sure to update your machine's firmware to the latest version. For users with the LP1 series or earlier versions of the LP2 and LP3 models, we recommend downloading the Community Version App - LaserPecker, or using our PC software instead.

About

CraftCut

This app provides a vast library of vector graphics and pre-made cutting projects for DIY enthusiasts. It connects users with creative communities and supports makers of all levels, from hobbyists to businesses, by simplifying the pattern cutting process for various materials.

Highlights
  • Large library of vector graphics
  • Ready-made cutting projects
  • Simple pattern cutting operations
  • Supports thousands of sewing patterns
  • Connects with creative communities
  • Supports nearly 300 different materials
Features
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The app has a large number of vector graphics and ready-made cutting projects, allowing for quick DIY pattern cutting through simple operations on the app. Description: CraftCut is the leader of DIY smart cutting machines in China, enabling immediate cutting of thousands of simple sewing patterns on CraftCut machines. Simple digital patterns include beloved items such as baby clothing, fashion accessories, home decor, etc., all of which can be found in the CraftCut software. CraftCut's innovative design space software provides users with patterns, allowing us to connect with some of the most committed, creative, and inspirational individuals in the world. CraftCut aims to support the next generation of home manufacturers, designers, and makers—whether they create out of hobby or for business. CraftCut gives seamstresses more time to do what they love: actual sewing and creating personal projects. The all-new CraftCut enables creators to make a variety of DIY projects using nearly 300 different materials, including cardstock, stickers, leather, etc.

Screenshots

LaserPecker Design Space4 screens
CraftCut2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LaserPecker Design Space at every 3 weeks against CraftCut's every 4 months. LaserPecker Design Space also leads on ratings volume (87 vs 1). CraftCut's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

CraftCut holds the better App Store score, 2.0 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LaserPecker Design Space has 87 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 6% of LaserPecker Design Space's written reviews are positive against 0% of CraftCut's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LaserPecker Design Space ships an update every 3 weeks, CraftCut every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LaserPecker Design Space versus CraftCut: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLaserPecker Design SpaceCraftCut
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (87 ratings)2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews6.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings87 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB40 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer嗨兴科技明亮 高

Customer experience

LaserPecker Design Space

All ratings87 ratings
Positive16.1%
Neutral4.6%
Negative79.3%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive6.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative89.1%

CraftCut

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

LaserPecker Design Space

Reported bugs

49 issues
  • Forced to repeat safety course
  • Cannot compose job without unit powered
  • Picture not appearing in workspace
  • Cannot access local photo gallery
  • App crashes when not sharing info
Show 44 more
  • App crashes when uploading file
  • App says etching done but does nothing
  • Cannot connect to LP1
  • Cannot connect via Bluetooth
  • Doesn't work correctly for LP1
  • Disconnects easily
  • Screen goes blank before verify
  • Repeat function lacks new preview
  • Multiple slide extension takes multiple tries
  • Cannot batch engrave
  • G-Code misaligned to preview
  • Rotary dimensions off
  • Power and depth changed
  • Latest update broken, machine cannot connect
  • Rotary tool broken, rotates back and forth
  • Update changed settings
  • Cannot share projects on iOS
  • LP4 converter quietly removed
  • Engrave photos incorrectly (dithered squares)
  • Eraser function fills in erased areas
  • App won't load, keeps kicking out
  • App freezes halfway through design
  • App registration broken (iOS)
  • App crashes during uploading files
  • App disconnects frequently
  • App resets design
  • iPad app closes when screen shuts off
  • Save function ruins file
  • File won't open after saving
  • Blank projects appear
  • Cannot convert text to cut
  • Cannot convert any file
  • Cannot trace SVG files
  • Files do not save correctly
  • Cannot work between computer and mobile
  • Cannot directly open file
  • App messes up design imported from Lightburn
  • Unsupported firmware
  • Rotary extension messed up
  • Asks for pin code, says account does not exist
  • App freezes when starting project
  • App freezes when hitting engrave
  • Latest update disconnects machine
  • App disconnects every time SVG file loaded

Requested features

16 requests
  • Allow composing jobs without powering unit
  • Allow access to local photo gallery
  • Add compatibility for iPad
  • More instructions on app usage
  • Add duplicate button
Show 11 more
  • Add contour preview
  • Add save function
  • Add text to cut conversion
  • Add SVG tracing
  • Improve computer/mobile file sync
  • Allow direct file opening
  • Provide guidance for Lightburn integration
  • Add Layer creation
  • Add grouping items
  • Support inches input
  • Support multi-line text

CraftCut

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

LaserPecker Design Space

No in-app purchases

None

CraftCut

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LaserPecker Design Space free?
LaserPecker Design Space is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CraftCut free?
CraftCut is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LaserPecker Design Space or CraftCut?
CraftCut is rated higher. LaserPecker Design Space averages 1.8 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while CraftCut averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do LaserPecker Design Space or CraftCut have ads?
Neither LaserPecker Design Space nor CraftCut shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LaserPecker Design Space or CraftCut?
LaserPecker Design Space ships an update every 3 weeks, and CraftCut every 4 months. Most recently, LaserPecker Design Space was updated on September 27, 2026 and CraftCut on June 4, 2026.

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