Comparison

iReceiver vs Creality Cloud

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

Head to head
About

iReceiver

Control your RC models with your iOS device. Stream real-time video from your model for an immersive experience. Offers extensive customization options for precise control.

Highlights
  • RC model control via iOS device
  • Real-time onboard video streaming
  • Supports over 40 model memory slots
  • Trim and endpoint adjustments
  • Servo reversing and mixing
  • Camera image flipping, recording, and stopwatch
Features
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Enjoy controlling your RC model with your iPhone, iPad or iPad mini! As soon as you download this App, you are ready to control the Kyosho iReceiver. The iReciver is a 6-channel remote control receiver for hobby grade RC models. As soon as you install the iReceiver in your RC cars, RC boats, and other various RC models, you can control the models using your iOS devices. For more fun, an optional iReceiver camera unit will enable you to control the model watching the real-time onboard video streaming transmitted from your RC model. You'll feel like as if you were inside your RC! Set up is as easy as connecting to a wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) access point and you are ready to start. The iReceiver supports more than 40 model memory slot, trim adjustment, control mode selection, end point adjustment, servo reversing, servo mixing, exponential, camera image vertical flipping, still camera function, video recording function, and stopwatch function. With your iPhone, iPad, or iPad mini and Kyosho iReceiver, you'll discover an entirely new remote control experience!

About

Creality Cloud

This platform simplifies 3D printing for makers and hobbyists. Explore a vast model library, slice and print directly from your phone, and manage your printer remotely. Connect with a global community, earn rewards for your designs, and enhance your creativity.

Highlights
  • Vast 3D model library
  • Cloud-based slicing and printing
  • Remote 3D printer control
  • AI-powered search and design tools
  • Community engagement and sharing
  • Rewards for designers
Features
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Creality Cloud App Creality Cloud – The Ultimate 3D Printing Platform Unleash Your Creativity with the World's Leading 3D Printing Community Creality Cloud is the all-in-one 3D printing platform built for makers, hobbyists, and professionals. Join a thriving global community of over 4 million users and explore a vast 3D model library, AI-powered tools, and seamless built-in cloud slicing. Manage your prints remotely, connect with fellow creators, and bring your ideas to life—all in one powerful app. Key Features Explore a Vast 3D Model Library Browse millions of high-quality 3D models, including thousands of free designs ready for download and printing. AI-powered search helps you find models faster with image-based search and semantic search. Discover trending, exclusive, and premium models, curated just for you. Join themed design contests and showcase your creativity to the world. Slice & Print with Cloud-Based Slicing Slice and print directly from your phone—no software downloads required. Convert STL files to G-code effortlessly and preview sliced files within the app. Supports 10+ languages, ensuring a seamless experience for users worldwide. Earn Rewards & Grow as a Designer Earn points when your models are downloaded, sliced, or printed, and redeem them for exciting rewards. Receive boosts from active users with platform-issued boost tickets. Set your own prices for paid models and offer discounts to boost sales. AI-powered upload assistant helps you tag, categorize, and describe models more efficiently. Enhanced dashboard - Insights provides real-time updates on model performance, fan interactions, and earnings. Remote Control for Your 3D Printer Control and manage your 3D printer from anywhere using your mobile device. Print 3MF files instantly without the need for slicing. Control multiple printers remotely with an intuitive dashboard. Capture and view timelapse videos of your printing process. Connect with a Thriving 3D Printing Community Engage with millions of makers and printing enthusiasts from around the world. Share your projects, seek advice, and exchange ideas to enhance your skills. Unlock Exclusive Premium Benefits Upgrade to premium membership and enjoy free downloads of 400+ premium models. Faster model downloads and slicing speeds for an enhanced experience. Auto-Renewing Subscription Creality Cloud Premium: Monthly (1 month) & Annual (12 months) Auto-Renewal Your iTunes account will be charged 24 hours before the current period ends. The subscription will auto-renew unless canceled. Cancel Subscription (Apple): Go to Settings → iTunes & App Store → tap Apple ID → View Apple ID → Subscriptions → select Creality Cloud Premium → tap Cancel. Service agreement: https://file2-cdn.creality.com/Auto-Renewal-Service-Agreement.html Who We Are Creality is a leading global brand in 3D printing, dedicated to making 3D printing smarter, easier, and more accessible. Our mission is to empower creators with cutting-edge technology while promoting sustainable and innovative solutions. New User Welcome Bonus Sign up today and enjoy 7 days of free premium membership, including exclusive model downloads and premium perks! Get in Touch Creality Cloud is a free and open platform for everyone to explore, create, and share. Have questions or feedback? Contact us at APPservice@creality.com. Are you a talented 3D designer? Join our Designer Partner Program and unlock new opportunities. Reach out to us at APPservice@creality.com to get started!

Screenshots

iReceiver4 screens
Creality Cloud4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Creality Cloud at 71% against iReceiver's 29%. Creality Cloud also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (7.1K vs 4). iReceiver's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 23) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Creality Cloud sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. iReceiver asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Creality Cloud holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Creality Cloud has 7.1K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of iReceiver's written reviews are positive against 71% of Creality Cloud's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iReceiver ships an update fortnightly, Creality Cloud weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iReceiver versus Creality Cloud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriReceiverCreality Cloud
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (4 ratings)4.6 (7.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews71.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings47.1K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB403 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKyosho CorporationCREALITY 3D (HK) TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Customer experience

iReceiver

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral14.3%
Negative57.1%

Creality Cloud

All ratings7,125 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews1,758 reviews
Positive71.2%
Neutral5.7%
Negative23.1%

Bugs and requests

iReceiver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Creality Cloud

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Inconsistent print status updates
  • Slicing errors and failed uploads
  • Unresponsive controls and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved translation and localization
  • Ability to import own STL files
  • More advanced slicer settings
  • Streamlined print management
  • Stable camera integration

In-app purchases

None

iReceiver

No in-app purchases

21 purchases

Creality Cloud

Subscriptions7
  • Plus-Month$7.991 Month
  • 1 Month Subscription Premium2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Plus$7.991 Month
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  • Plus-Year7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • 1 Year Subscription Premium$79.991 Year
  • 1 Year Subscription Premium7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Plus$79.991 Year
One-time14
  • 70 Credits$0.99
  • Monthly Membership(1 Month)$5.99
  • 500 Credits$6.99
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  • Monthly Membership(1 Month)$7.99
  • 200 GB (1 Month)$7.99
  • 200 GB (1 Month)$8.99
  • 1440 Credits$19.99
  • 50 GB (1 Year)$25.99
  • 50 GB (1 Year)$29.99
  • 100 GB (1 Year)$40.99
  • Yearly Membership(12 Months)$59.99
  • Yearly Membership(12 Months)$79.99
  • 9500 Credits$109.99
  • 22090 Credits$299.99

Questions

Is iReceiver free?
iReceiver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Creality Cloud free?
Creality Cloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iReceiver or Creality Cloud?
Creality Cloud is rated higher. iReceiver averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Creality Cloud averages 4.6 from 7.1K ratings.
Do iReceiver or Creality Cloud have ads?
Neither iReceiver nor Creality Cloud shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iReceiver or Creality Cloud?
iReceiver ships an update fortnightly, and Creality Cloud weekly. Most recently, iReceiver was updated on September 28, 2026 and Creality Cloud on October 16, 2026.

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