Prusa vs Aerotech iLaunch
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Prusa
Monitor and manage your 3D printers remotely. Control print parameters, receive notifications for print status, and integrate with model repositories and slicing software. Easily add new printers and cameras, with options for cloud or on-premises storage.
- Real-time printer overview
- Remote print management
- Temperature, speed, flow control
- Push notifications
- Printables.com integration
- EasyPrint slicing integration
- NFC printer setup
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Key Features - Real-time overview of all your Prusa 3D printers in Prusa Connect - Remote printer management. Start, pause, or stop prints directly from the App - Temperature, speed, flow, and position control - Push notifications when prints finish, schedules color changes, and everything else - Integration with Printables.com - browse and start printing - EasyPrint integration - Slice wherever you are, directly from the Prusa App - Add new 3D printers to Prusa Connect using the App - Add and control Buddy3D cameras with all available features - Cloud and on-premises printer storage - NFC printer setup - Team management - Belt tuner - Easily accessible print queue - Focus on privacy and security We plan to keep adding useful new features over time. We would love to hear your feedback!
Aerotech iLaunch
Control your model rocket launches wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. This app offers intuitive controls, built-in safety features, and a hassle-free experience for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts.
- Wireless launch controller connectivity
- Intuitive on-screen controls
- Press-and-hold launch mechanism
- Built-in safety features
- Countdown timer functionality
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iLaunch is your ultimate model rocket launch companion! Embark on an exhilarating journey into the realm of model rocketry with iLaunch, our innovative app that brings the power of rocket launching to your fingertips! Say goodbye to traditional launch controllers and long, messy wires. Experience the thrill of launching model rockets directly from your smartphone or tablet. With iLaunch, the sky is no longer the limit! Seamlessly connect to our wireless model rocket launch controller and gain full control over your rocket launching experience. Whether you're a seasoned rocket enthusiast or a curious beginner, iLaunch offers an intuitive interface that makes launching rockets a breeze. ## Wireless Connectivity ## Connect effortlessly to our wireless model rocket launch controller, eliminating the hassle of tangled wires and cumbersome setups. ## Intuitive Controls ## Take charge of your launches with simple and intuitive controls right on your device. Arm the launch, set the countdown, and ignite the engines with our simple "press-n-hold-to-launch" controls. ## Safety First ## iLaunch prioritizes safety with built-in safety features and launch protocols, ensuring a secure and worry-free experience every time. Whether you're launching in your backyard, at a club event, or in a wide-open field, iLaunch is your go-to companion for rocket launching fun. Join the rocketry revolution and download iLaunch today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Aerotech iLaunch at 5.0 against Prusa's 4.0. Aerotech iLaunch also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Prusa's advantage is ratings volume (117 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.
Aerotech iLaunch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Prusa has 117 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Prusa ships an update every 5 weeks, Aerotech iLaunch every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Prusa | Aerotech iLaunch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (117 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 117 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 102 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Prusa Research a.s. | RCS Rocket Motor Components, Inc. |
Customer experience
Prusa
Aerotech iLaunch
In-app purchases
Prusa
No in-app purchases
Aerotech iLaunch
No in-app purchases
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