The Woodworker's Companion

The Woodworker's Companion

Tools for Woodworkers

11 ratings
7 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 10, 2025
  • June 6, 2026

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This free business suite and calculator app offers tools for woodworkers, including project management, inventory tracking, quoting, and invoicing. It prioritizes user privacy with all data stored locally and provides various shop-specific calculators for lumber, cuts, and finishes.

Shop calculators (board foot, fraction, pricing, cut list, wood movement, finish, epoxy)
Project management with tasks, time, and expenses
Inventory tracking for lumber, tools, and consumables
Client management and contact history
Quote and invoice creation with payment tracking
Workshop journal with notes, photos, and voice memos
Unit conversions and decibel meter
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What's New in The Woodworker's Companion

2.13.0

June 6, 2026

We are constantly working to make Woodworker's Companion the most reliable tool in your shop. Here is what is new in this version: Automatic Cloud Backups: Never lose your shop data again. You can now securely connect your personal iCloud or Google Drive account to handle automatic backups and cross-device restores. Because we don't use a central database, your data remains strictly between your device and your private cloud. We never see it. A Cleaner Shop: We did some deep cleaning and UX polishing. Enjoy a refined interface and smoother navigation for a better overall experience when logging projects or running calculations. General performance improvements and under-the-hood optimizations.

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User reviews

Not bad

Takes a little getting used to. Overall was useful but a lot to input for a cut sheet. Now it’s stuck on reading privacy updates and cannot clear

Response from developer

Hello!! Many apologies about that. there were a couple updates since then and that blockage should be fixed on all devices now. If you're app is stuck. please try the following ... open it up and leave it open for about a minute, then fully close it (not just minimize), then re-open it. They changes should then take affect on reset and you should be able to scroll to tap "agree". This is here just because of the new feature that allows you to auto-backup your data to your own cloud service (Google Drive or iCloud). Thanks for your patience with this whole thing .. it was a really weird bug where the exact same phone model with the same OS version may see or not see this bug depending on their font settings :-( Please give me another chance to increase your rating .. Happy to respond to any feedback you submit and make changes asap

Great app

Love the app.
I only have one hangup. I'd like to suggest being able to go back and edit everything in the cutlist optimizer. As of now, (unless I'm mistaking) I can't go back and edit the stock sheet size, or say, the blade kerf, after I save my cutlist. So I'd have to recreate the entire cutlist again if I want to change those options.
I'm still enjoying the app so far. Very useful!
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Response from developer

Hello and thank you so much for the review ... I'm so glad you pointed this out!! I was so happy that I added the ability to edit the actual parts on saved cutlists and TOTALLY overlooked the ability to edit the sheet or kerf!! I'm currently working on a new cutlist for dimensional lumber. It'll be out on 2.12.0, but you're welcome to join the bets via Apple's TestFlight program and see it in action while I'm refining it. Either way, I'll add your suggestions to the TODO and make sure they're out when 2.12.0 comes out officially. Thanks and cheers!! UPDATE - we are on 2.12.9 now and you have the full capability of editing all items in the cutlist optimizer AND editing everything and re-optimizing on a saved cutlist! PLUS there is now a dimensional cutlist optimizer and a spacing calculator among many other little bug fixes and updates. Hope you love it!

Great app!

Great app! Love all of the options available. Cut sheet optimizer is great for figuring out projects the easy way. Many different calculators for figuring out different projects. Able to be in imperial or metric unit conversions. An amazing way to send estimates and invoices. Can figure hourly rate and markup into it.
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Response from developer

Hey there ... thank you so much!!! I'm working hard and improving it constantly. The next big feature coming out this week is a dimensional lumber cut list optimizer! Please make sure to send some feedback if you run into any issues or see any areas of improvement. I appreciate you and I'm glad you love the app UPDATE - we are on 2.12.9 now and you have the full capability of editing all items in the cutlist optimizer AND editing everything and re-optimizing on a saved cutlist! PLUS there is now a dimensional cutlist optimizer and a spacing calculator among many other little bug fixes and updates. Hope you love it!

Great app for woodworkers

This app is a rare gem. Not only is the app useful, easy to use, and free but, it’s also built by a woodworker. The app developer is very responsive to any feedback, comments or suggestions, good and bad, and communicates on progress. I’ve never experienced anything like it from an app developer and I’m pleasantly surprised and impressed.

If the app doesn’t work the way you want it to or the way you feel it should work, send James a note, and he’ll either make it right or explain why it works the way it does. It’s opened my eyes to different (better?) ways of tracking my shop’s inventory as well as handling sheet goods.

A++ all around. I highly recommend this app!
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Response from developer

WOW .. that's one hell of a review!! I appreciate you very much, and I'm working hard every day to make sure we keep fixing and enhancing this app based on user feedback. I hope you have an awesome day and a fantastic 2026!!

Perfect for my projects

This app helps take some of the brain power out of my projects and has helped me enjoy my craft much more

Response from developer

Thank you!! Please let me know if you ever run across any bugs, or if you have ideas to make it better! I've got a great update coming out this week and some of the biggest fixes and features are all because of user feedback. Cheers, James

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FAQ

What is the Woodworker's Companion?

The Woodworker's Companion is a free app designed for woodworkers. It offers a suite of business tools, including project management, inventory, quoting, and invoicing, alongside specialized calculators for common woodworking tasks. The app emphasizes privacy by storing all user data locally on the device.

Is the Woodworker's Companion free to use?

Yes, the Woodworker's Companion is 100% free with no subscriptions or ads. The developer has stated there are no in-app purchases, and the app is supported by optional, hard-coded affiliate links for genuinely useful products.

How does the Woodworker's Companion handle user data privacy?

The Woodworker's Companion prioritizes privacy by storing all client, project, inventory, and financial data exclusively on the user's device. Data is only uploaded if the user chooses to export a backup, ensuring no sensitive information is shared without explicit consent.

What types of calculators are included in the Woodworker's Companion?

The app includes seven specialized calculators: Board Foot for lumber volume and cost, Fraction Calculator for precise measurements, Project Pricing for accurate quotes, Cut List Optimizer to minimize waste, Wood Movement calculator, Finish Mixing for custom ratios, and Epoxy Resin calculator for pours. All calculators support both metric and imperial units.

Can I manage my woodworking business with this app?

Absolutely. The Woodworker's Companion features a full business suite that includes project management with task tracking and expense logging, inventory management for materials and tools, client contact management, and the ability to create and track quotes and invoices.

How often is the Woodworker's Companion updated?

The app was last updated on March 11, 2026, with version 2.12.0. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and feature enhancements for users.

What devices is the Woodworker's Companion available on?

The Woodworker's Companion is available for iPhone and iPad, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users who need shop management tools on the go.

What is the age rating for the Woodworker's Companion?

The Woodworker's Companion has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain content inappropriate for children.