Comparison

LeitzXPert vs MakerPass

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

Head to head
About

LeitzXPert

Features
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LeitzXPert is the free tool application support app covering daily operations in woodworking companies. The app gives machine operators, fitters, foremen and work preparation departments relevant and useful information about the Leitz tools they are currently using. The application includes approximately 8,000 standard products. In addition to product images, sketches, diagrams, technical specifications and application parameters, videos of the tools are also provided. Product identification is quick and easy either via the ID number, via RIFD or via data matrix codes. However, LeitzXPert is not just tool knowledge for your pocket. The app also offers you calculation programs that use standard formulas to work out important tool application data such as cutting speed, feed per tooth, rpm or feed rate depending on the machine and workpiece. If you have any further questions, you can use the app to contact Leitz Service quickly and easily. Features of the LeitzXPert app: - Various options for tool identification via product ID number, RIFD or data matrix code - Huge database covering approx. 8,000 standard tools - Extensive information through product images, sketches, diagrams, exploded views, marketing information, technical information and specifications, application parameters, spare parts lists and videos - Operating instructions and product flyers can also be downloaded - Save favourites in a query history - Practical calculation programs for woodworking to determine the cutting speed, feed per tooth, depth of cutter marks, cutting length, rpm and feed rate - Comparison of different application parameters - Fast and easy contact to Leitz Service - Available in German, English, French, Dutch and Chinese

About

MakerPass

Features
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MakerPass controls power to devices at your MakerSpace! Get trainings to unlock new machines at your Space and expand your abilities! MakerPass is self-hosted, check out our website to learn more about hosting your own MakerSpace.

Screenshots

LeitzXPert4 screens
MakerPass1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MakerPass at every 2 months against LeitzXPert's every 8 months. MakerPass also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LeitzXPert ships an update every 8 months, MakerPass every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
LeitzXPert versus MakerPass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLeitzXPertMakerPass
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 months โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS15.013.4 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size17 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeitz GmbH & Co. KGBennett Hermanoff

In-app purchases

None

LeitzXPert

No in-app purchases

None

MakerPass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LeitzXPert free?
LeitzXPert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MakerPass free?
MakerPass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LeitzXPert or MakerPass have ads?
Neither LeitzXPert nor MakerPass shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LeitzXPert or MakerPass?
LeitzXPert ships an update every 8 months, and MakerPass every 2 months. Most recently, LeitzXPert was updated on October 7, 2026 and MakerPass on October 6, 2026.

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