Comparison

TexLab vs CuraNook

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

Head to head
About

TexLab

Features
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TLI-TexLab is a textile analysis and testing companion for textile professionals: it gives visual estimates from photos, guides you to the right standard test, and connects you to real laboratory instruments. VISUAL FIBRE ESTIMATE Point your camera at a fabric or yarn sample (macro mode, highest-resolution capture). You get a visual estimate of the fibre type. A photo cannot reliably tell cotton from polyester, so confirm with the care label, a burn test or an ISO 1833 laboratory analysis. LIVE DEFECT DETECTION (ON-DEVICE) An on-device model scans the camera feed in real time for broken ends, knots, weave errors and other fabric defects. No internet connection required. WEAVE STRUCTURE Plain, twill, satin, jacquard and knit structures are classified from the image, with thread density and weight estimates. BUYER-TO-TEST WIZARD Choose a requirement profile (summaries of public documents from brands and certification schemes, or your own), pick the product type, and see which tests and standards apply and which real TexLab instruments and consumables perform them. Request a quote by e-mail. Profiles are summaries, not official specifications or conformity approval. COMPLIANCE FILE Keep your own records: label declaration versus laboratory result, test reports, performance claims and audits. STANDARDS LIBRARY Browse ISO, ASTM, AATCC, EN, TS and other standards and see which TexLab instrument performs each test. Physical tests need laboratory instruments; results from photos are estimates. PDF REPORTS Shareable PDF reports with the fibre estimate, quality metrics, defect map and TexLab instrument recommendations. PRO PLAN The free plan allows 3 tests per day. Pro unlocks unlimited tests, priority analysis and advanced reporting. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand or certification body named in the app. Subscription TexLab Pro is an auto-renewable subscription, offered as a weekly, monthly or yearly plan with a 3-day free trial. The price is shown in the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://djenkjilmazz-tech.github.io/texlab-site/privacy.html

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CuraNook

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Turn your medicine cabinet into a smart, organized space. CuraNook helps you keep track of medications, supplements, and first-aid supplies at home, in your travel kit, in the car, or anywhere else you store them. Simply take a photo of a package. CuraNook uses AI to identify the product and create a clear digital card with details such as its name, active ingredients, strength, dosage form, manufacturer, package quantity, visible expiration date, storage information, and other available label details. Always review recognized information before saving it. SCAN AND ORGANIZE Add medications in seconds, group them by category, mark favorites, record quantities and storage locations, and create separate cabinets for your home, travel kit, car, first-aid supplies, family members, or custom locations. Each medication card can include a package photo, brand and generic name, active ingredients, strength, dosage form, expiration date, quantity, batch or lot number, storage instructions, warnings, source links, and personal notes. ASK YOUR MEDICINE CABINET CuraNook includes an AI assistant that can use the contents of your saved medicine cabinet to answer practical questions. Ask things like: β€œWhat do I have that is commonly labeled for headache relief?” β€œWhich medications expire soon?” β€œDo I have products with the same active ingredient?” β€œWhat should I check before packing a travel medicine kit?” β€œWhich items should I replace before my trip?” β€œWhat is this medication generally used for?” β€œWhere did I store my allergy medication?” The assistant reviews your saved products, categories, active ingredients, expiration dates, quantities, and available medication information to provide a clear, structured answer. TRACK EXPIRATION DATES See which items are expiring soon, already expired, running low, recently opened, or missing important details. Set reminders before a product expires or reaches its after-opening limit, giving you time to check or replace it. PREPARE FOR A TRIP Ask CuraNook to review your travel kit, check upcoming expiration dates, find items that may need replacing, and compare your cabinet with a general travel checklist. CuraNook does not prescribe medications or replace professional travel health advice. FIND WHAT YOU NEED Search by product name, active ingredient, category, expiration date, or storage location. Quickly find a saved medication without searching through boxes, drawers, or travel bags. CURANOOK PRO Upgrade to CuraNook Pro for unlimited medication scans, products, and cabinets; full AI cabinet chat; detailed package analysis; expiration and after-opening reminders; travel kit reviews; advanced search and filters; widgets; PDF and CSV export; and additional organization tools. Subscription options include weekly and annual plans with an introductory free trial where available. Payment is charged to your Apple Account after confirmation. Your subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. IMPORTANT INFORMATION CuraNook is an inventory and informational tool. It does not diagnose medical conditions, prescribe treatment, calculate personal dosages, or replace a doctor or pharmacist. AI-generated results may be incomplete or incorrect. Always verify the product name, strength, expiration date, ingredients, warnings, contraindications, and instructions on the original package or official insert before using a medication. Do not use CuraNook as your only source of information for urgent or emergency medical decisions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TexLab4 screens
CuraNook4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. TexLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days and CuraNook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TexLab ships an update every 4 weeks, CuraNook every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
TexLab versus CuraNook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTexLabCuraNook
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 β€” better18.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size29 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developercenk yilmazEvgenii Pestrev

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TexLab

Subscriptions3
  • TexLab Pro Weekly3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • TexLab Pro Monthly7 Days trial$34.991 Month
  • TexLab Pro Yearly7 Days trial$199.991 Year
2 purchases

CuraNook

Subscriptions2
  • CuraNook Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • CuraNook Pro Annual$19.991 Year

Questions

Is TexLab free?
TexLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CuraNook free?
CuraNook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TexLab or CuraNook have ads?
Neither TexLab nor CuraNook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TexLab or CuraNook?
TexLab ships an update every 4 weeks, and CuraNook every 3 weeks. Most recently, TexLab was updated on October 31, 2026 and CuraNook on November 5, 2026.

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