Comparison

Flash Maker vs Magink

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

Head to head
About

Flash Maker

Manage your 3D printers remotely with this app. Monitor printer status, view live video feeds, and organize multiple devices into groups for a streamlined printing experience.

Highlights
  • Remote printer status check
  • Live video monitoring
  • Group management for multiple printers
  • Convenient 3D printing control
Features
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Flash Maker is a mobile app by Flashforge for easy 3D printer management. Check printer status anytime, monitor with remote video, and manage multiple printers in groups—making 3D printing smarter and more convenient.

About

Magink

Features
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Magink is the companion app for your Magink e-ink power bank. Create, customize, and send images directly to your power bank’s e-ink display. Turn your device into a personal canvas that reflects your style, mood, and creativity. CREATE WITH AI Generate unique images instantly using AI. Simply enter your idea and create visuals that match your imagination. UPLOAD TO YOUR DEVICE Seamlessly transfer your images to your Magink power bank and display them on the e-ink screen. PERSONALIZE YOUR DEVICE Make your power bank truly yours by displaying artwork, quotes, reminders, or anything you like. LOW POWER, ALWAYS ON E-ink display technology keeps your image visible without draining your battery. EASY TO USE Simple connection and fast transfer make it easy to update your display anytime. WHY MAGINK Magink combines hardware and creativity, turning a simple power bank into a personalized smart display. - Create and upload images in seconds - Always-visible e-ink screen - Unique and customizable experience - Designed for everyday creativity Whether you want to showcase your favorite art, create dynamic visuals, or express yourself on the go, Magink makes it simple. Download the app and bring your Magink power bank to life.

Screenshots

Flash Maker3 screens
Magink4 screens

Verdict

The call

Flash Maker and Magink are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Flash Maker versus Magink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlash MakerMagink
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (453 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews16.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings453 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB35 MB
Age rating17+12+
Developer浙江闪铸三维科技有限公司Xiaoniu Chuhai Technology Co.,Ltd.

Bugs and requests

Flash Maker

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Can't connect device
  • Can't register account
  • Printer always shows as offline
  • Camera feed doesn't work
  • Frequent crashes
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  • Logging in and connecting issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to switch between local network and cloud
  • More control over printer (advanced hidden menu, more temps, ability to cancel one model if printing multiple)
  • Add AI control of failed prints
  • Add slicer functionality
  • Add iPad support

Magink

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Flash Maker

No in-app purchases

None

Magink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flash Maker free?
Flash Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magink free?
Magink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flash Maker or Magink have ads?
Neither Flash Maker nor Magink shows ads.

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