Comparison

LaserForge AI vs iRun Studio

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

Head to head
About

LaserForge AI

Features
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LaserForge AI is the ultimate AI-powered companion for laser engravers, from weekend hobbyists to professional shops. Eliminate guesswork, save time, and deliver precision results every single time. AI MATERIAL SCANNER Point your camera at any wood or material sample and our AI instantly identifies the species, grain pattern, hardness, and engraving difficulty. Recommended power, speed, and pass settings are automatically loaded into the Power Calculator with no manual entry required. SMART POWER CALCULATOR Enter your material thickness and desired engraving depth. LaserForge AI calculates the perfect laser power percentage, speed in mm/s, and air assist setting for your exact laser setup. Supports Diode, CO2, and Fiber lasers from 1W to 500W. AI ARTWORK GENERATOR Describe any design in plain English and watch AI generate stunning laser-ready artwork in seconds. Choose from four professional styles: Line Art, Geometric, Silhouette, or Ornamental. Download as high-resolution PNG or email directly to yourself. LASER CONFIGURATION Tell LaserForge AI about your machine once and every tool automatically calibrates to your specific equipment. Supports Diode, CO2, and Fiber laser types. LENS RECOMMENDATION ENGINE Get expert focal lens recommendations based on your material type and project requirements. Pro feature. AI LENS HEIGHT CALCULATOR AI calculates the precise focal stand-off distance for sharp, accurate engraving every time. Pro feature. JOB TIME CALCULATOR Get accurate time estimates before you start engraving based on your laser, material, and artwork dimensions. MY PROJECTS Save your best power settings locally on your device with no account required. Re-run any saved project with one tap. BUILT-IN GUIDE Step-by-step tutorial walks you through every feature from laser setup to finished engraving. FREE FEATURES AI Material Scanner, Smart Power Calculator, Laser Configuration, Material Library, AI Artwork Generator, Job Time Calculator, My Projects, Step-by-Step Guide. PRO FEATURES Lens Recommendation Engine, AI Lens Height Calculator, Unlimited AI Generations, Priority AI Processing. Manage your subscription through the App Store. Compatible with LightBurn, RDWorks, and XCS. Works with all Diode, CO2, and Fiber laser engravers. Built by engravers, for engravers. LaserForge AI - The Crown Jewel of Laser Engraving Apps. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

iRun Studio

This app enables AI model execution directly on Apple devices, optimizing performance for everyday use. It offers full customization and privacy with no token limits, with an optional Pro version for exclusive features.

Highlights
  • On-device AI model execution
  • Optimized for Apple Silicon
  • Large context windows
  • Full customization
  • Privacy-focused
  • Free to download and use
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iRun can run an AI model right on your iPhone, iPad or Mac. Built natively for apple silicon, iRun carries a tiny footprint, while compiling and optimizing AI models in realtime. This allows for large context windows and everyday usability, even on small devices such as phones. iRun is free to download and use (no token limits, full customization and privacy). iRun Pro enables access to many exclusive features. We are constantly updating the app and its functionality to enhance the user experience. Read our EULA here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

LaserForge AI4 screens
iRun Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LaserForge AI at 15.0 against iRun Studio's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LaserForge AI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and iRun Studio sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
LaserForge AI versus iRun Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLaserForge AIiRun Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB50 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRONALD EUGENE WALLACEJassim Farooqi

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LaserForge AI

Subscriptions3
  • Hobbyist$9.991 Month
  • Maker$24.991 Month
  • Pro Shop$49.991 Month
4 purchases

iRun Studio

Subscriptions3
  • iRun Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • iRun Pro Quarterly Membership3 Days trial$11.993 Months
  • iRun Pro Yearly Membership3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • iRun Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is LaserForge AI free?
LaserForge AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iRun Studio free?
iRun Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LaserForge AI or iRun Studio have ads?
Neither LaserForge AI nor iRun Studio shows ads.

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