Comparison

i vs CraftCut

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

Head to head
About

i

Features
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Cut Machine Advantages: * Made to order, no MOQ for each model! * Lead the market ahead of your competitors. * Can be customized for all phones, watches, tablets and other devices, whether hot models or niche models. * Free technical support for machine upgrades.

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

i3 screens
CraftCut2 screens

Verdict

The call

i and CraftCut are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

i ships an update every 5 months, CraftCut every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
i versus CraftCut: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCraftCut
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB40 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer婷婷 陈明亮 高

In-app purchases

None

i

No in-app purchases

None

CraftCut

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is i free?
i is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CraftCut free?
CraftCut is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do i or CraftCut have ads?
Neither i nor CraftCut shows ads.
Which is updated more often, i or CraftCut?
i ships an update every 5 months, and CraftCut every 4 months. Most recently, i was updated on September 21, 2026 and CraftCut on June 4, 2026.

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