JMStudio vs Makera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JMStudio
This app facilitates 3D data acquisition using compatible 3D scanning devices. It allows real-time preview of scanning status, control over the scanning process, and easy management and export of captured data to a desktop application for further processing.
- Real-time 3D data preview
- Start/stop scanning control
- Device binding and calibration
- Scan data management and export
- In-app user manual
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The JMStudio mobile app is 3DMakerPro's exclusive application for its 3D scanning devices focusing on 3D data acquisition. The app is a free download and works with your 3D scanning devices by 3DMakerPro for the convenience of mobile scanning. The subsequent 3D data processing and editing can be completed in the JMStudio desktop app by connecting the two ends via Wifi. Feature Description: 1. Preview the 3D data acquisition effect; observe the scanning status, scanning distance, acquisition frame rate, memory occupation and scanning mode in real time; adjust the level of camera exposure; 2. Start/stop the scanning; give feedback on the number of captured frames and file size; 3. Quickly bind 3DMakerPro handheld 3D scanning devices; automatically import calibration according to the device type, and set scanning parameters; 4. Browse and manage the scan data and export it via Wifi into the JMStudio desktop app to generate models; 5. Browse the user manual on mobile phones. The device requires iOS 15.0 or higher, and it is recommended to use the iPhone 12 or higher.
Makera
Discover CNC projects, connect with creators, and control your CNC machine from a single app. Ideal for beginners and experienced makers looking to bring their digital designs to life through physical creations.
- Discover CNC projects
- Share your creations
- Connect with makers
- Connect Makera CNC machine
- Control CNC workflow
- Integrated digital manufacturing
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Makera is the all-in-one app for CNC makers. Discover inspiring projects, connect with creators, and control your Makera CNC machine from one place. Whether you are a beginner exploring CNC machining or an experienced maker creating custom products, Makera helps you transform ideas into reality. COMMUNITY • Discover CNC Projects Explore creative projects shared by makers worldwide. Find inspiration from CNC machining, engraving, woodworking, and digital fabrication. • Share Your Creations Upload your projects, showcase your work, and share your making journey with the global maker community. • Connect With Makers Follow creators, exchange ideas, and discover new techniques from the maker community. STUDIO • Connect Your Makera Machine Pair your Makera CNC machine and access an integrated digital manufacturing experience. • Control Your CNC Workflow Manage your machine operations and bring your digital designs into physical creations. • Built For Makers Makera connects creativity, machines, and manufacturing in one ecosystem. Start creating with Makera today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Makera at 100% against JMStudio's 5%. Makera also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). JMStudio's advantage is ratings volume (25 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Makera holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JMStudio has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of JMStudio's written reviews are positive against 100% of Makera's.
JMStudio ships an update every 2 months, Makera every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JMStudio | Makera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (25 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 5.3% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 25 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Jimuyida Science Technology Co., Ltd. | Beijing Zaowu Shidai Technology Co., Ltd |
Customer experience
JMStudio
Makera
In-app purchases
JMStudio
No in-app purchases
Makera
No in-app purchases
