# 3D Lathe Worker — Turning Machine Simulator

> Realistic 3D lathe machine simulation game for creating custom artifacts. (iPhone/iPad app by U&I Next d.o.o..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-lathe-worker/id1076338271 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [U&I Next d.o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1059211402)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Role Playing, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 157 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-01-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-lathe-worker/id1076338271/reviews.md

## What is 3D Lathe Worker?

Did you ever want to try your hand at milling but never had the chance to do it?

Now is your chance to create unique forms out of different materials with a fun simulation game. Lathe Worker: Machine Simulator presents a perfect opportunity to operate a lathe machine like a professional machinist, without the actual risk of accidentally getting injured and absolutely no fuss with cleaning up the mess after you finish carving. A simple tutorial leads you through basic game features allowing you to familiarize yourself with the gameplay. It is appropriate for complete beginners that would like to get to know how to work with a lathe and even engineer students that can prototype their products here.


Here are some features Lathe Worker: Machine Simulator will captivates you with:
▸Lathe simulation gameplay. Pick a material to work on, set it on the lathe and start milling it to carve your own unique artifact. Enjoy the fun of milling without the actual risk of getting injured.
▸Realistic milling physics. Lathe Worker features realistic physics movements as you control the cutting knife’s advancement in 2 different axis. You’ll see the shape take form as the material is spinned.
▸3D Graphics. You have a 360 degrees view of the work area with the possibility of zooming in/out. The artifact you create dynamically takes a 3D shape as the knife advances and you can save & share your creation.
▸Customizable knives. You can pick one of 8 different knife shapes depending on what you want to create and also choose 3 different widths. Thus enough customization to create an unique shape.
▸Unlockable themes & products. You can unlock custom lathe themes (i.e. Rusty, Ice, Lava, …) and also surprise products that you can re-create. 
▸Surprise interactions. Every finished product will be able to be displayed in a showroom with a little surprise. Some of them will even allow you to personally interact with them.

Lathe worker: Machine Simulator is an entertaining game where you put yourself in a roll of a lathe machinist. You can start a new project simply by choosing the product you would like to work on, setting the workpiece on the lathe machine and start carving. Create brand-new, different products in your own personal, manual (non CNC) lathe machine manufacturing/production process. Workshop experience allows you to mill the workpiece in a dynamic 360-degrees view.

Lathe Worker: Machine Simulator will become your favorite simulation addiction so follow our social accounts to stay updated and receive the latest improvement news:
▸Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lathesim
▸Google plus: https://plus.google.com/117755423256004744082
▸Twitter: https://twitter.com/UI_Games

We would love to hear from you, so leave a review and help us make this the best pocket lathe simulator game.

## Key features

- Lathe simulation gameplay
- Realistic milling physics
- 3D graphics with 360-degree view
- Customizable knives (8 shapes, 3 widths)
- Unlockable themes and products
- Interactive finished products

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all products | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-lathe-worker/id1076338271/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Топ

*2022-12-12*

Учусь на токаря после того как на прошлой неделе была практика нам сказали отдыхать ну и я нашёл этот самородок, имбовая игра что бы отвлечься от сложной жизни и просто беззаботно провести время в этой потрясающей игре

### 5/5 — Отдых,Релакс

*2019-01-30*

Учусь в шараге на токаря,иногда после тяжёлой практики охота отвлечься от станка и нормально отдохнуть и поиграть в нормальную игру,так вот это то что я и искал

### 5/5 — The App You Never Knew You Needed

*2017-09-04, version 1.5.27*

When I was 12, I was in a competition to build the best CO2 canister powered racer out of balsa wood. We didn't have many tools in our school but we were lucky enough to be invited to Imperial College to use theirs. Full of enthusiasm and excitement I pretty much damaged a lot of their expensive tool bits not calibrating them to 0.

Now, as an adult, this app now lets me experience these great feelings in a safe way that would otherwise result in an invoice through my door

### 3/5 — Bel gioco

*2017-08-09*

Potreste creare un gioco simile ma con la fresa e magari anche cnc 
(italian)

### 2/5 — Not good

*2016-10-25, version 1.2.18*

Was in engineering for 18 years no been out of it for 13. Liked the thought of dabbling into this again in a "virtual" way but was very disappointed. Acts nothing like a real lathe and adds jump in too often. This s is nothing but a toy, not a sim by any means.

### 5/5 — Molto bello!!!!

*2016-03-24*

Ora il cappelletti è fiero di me

### 3/5 — Gut gemacht aber ein paar Fehler

*2016-03-14*

Die App ist an sich gut geschrieben und gestaltet aber es sind einige Fehler drinnen! 
Fehler: 
-drehmeißel fliegt durch die Gegend 
-dreibackenfutter dreht sich nicht mit 
-usw

### 3/5 — Non male

*2016-02-17*

Essendo la prima app di questo tipo non si può pretendere niente, ma ovviamente le critiche sono molte e le migliorie da fare ancora di più.
Per cominciare si potrebbe decidere le misure tramite un nonio ed aggiungere il metallo come materiale da lavorare

## Frequently asked questions about 3D Lathe Worker

### What is 3D Lathe Worker?

3D Lathe Worker is a simulation game that allows you to operate a virtual lathe machine. You can mill materials to create unique 3D artifacts with realistic physics and customizable tools.

### Is 3D Lathe Worker suitable for beginners?

Yes, 3D Lathe Worker includes a simple tutorial to guide complete beginners through the basic features. It's designed to be accessible for those new to lathe operation.

### Can I customize my creations in 3D Lathe Worker?

Yes, you can choose from 8 different knife shapes and 3 widths to customize your milling tools. This allows for a good degree of customization to create unique shapes.

### Does 3D Lathe Worker have ads?

No, 3D Lathe Worker does not contain advertisements.

### What platforms is 3D Lathe Worker available on?

3D Lathe Worker is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### How often is 3D Lathe Worker updated?

The latest version, 1.6.40, was released on January 30, 2020. Updates are provided to improve the game and add new features.

### What is the age rating for 3D Lathe Worker?

3D Lathe Worker has an age rating of 4+.

### Can I save and share my creations in 3D Lathe Worker?

Yes, you can save your 3D creations and share them. Some finished products also offer interactive elements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.40 — 2020-01-30

added: build with new development environment for stability
fixed: general bug fixes

### 1.6.39 — 2019-08-08

1. Enabled in-game IAP purchases
2. Lathe Sim 2 will be released very soon, probably in next 2 weeks

### 1.6.38 — 2019-04-10

We are working on new version of Lathe Sim. Please stay tuned for updates.
added: IAP for removing ads or unlocking all product at once
added: support for newer phones
fixed: general bug fixes

### 1.5.27 — 2016-11-28

- added 2 new themes
- added 3 new products
- added text after the last product with links to social media
- added current knife position in CM or INCHES
- added automatic knife movement in all directions
- fixed texture on products when in some cases was wrong shown

### 1.2.18 — 2016-08-27

- added tutorial on how to play game on the beggining of the game
- simplified of product unlock procedure
- fixed when in some cases rewarded video for unlocking the product won't show
- fixed when product remained locked if user clicked an ad to unlock it and closed the game
- added image with instruction on unlock product message box
- automatically selected first rough workpiece on product
- some minor adjustments
- minor cutting corrections

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