Comparison

ThreadKing vs Machining Advisor Pro

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

Head to head
About

ThreadKing

This app serves as a comprehensive reference and calculator for various thread types and dimensions. It provides detailed information on Metric and UN threads, including tap sizes and thread calculations for cutting and forming taps. Users can also find drill size charts and calculate RPM and feed rates for different materials.

Highlights
  • Metric and UN thread reference
  • Drill/Tap size charts
  • Pipe thread information
  • Cutting tap calculator
  • Forming tap calculator
  • RPM and feed rate calculator
  • Thread dimension details
Features
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ThreadKing is the ultimate reference and calculator for threads. It contains all the information for Metric and UN Taps, Fine/Course Threads, Drill/Tap sizes, Pipe Tap sizes, and Thread Dimension. ThreadKing is also a handy calculator for finding the right drill size in Cutting Tap and Forming Tap based on Thread Percentage. Besides, it calculates RPM and feed rates in Cutting Tap for different materials FEATURES: - Drill/Tap Chart available in drill size standards: Fractional, Letter, Wire Gauge and Metric - Course and Fine Thread - Pipe Thread Chart - Cutting Tap Calculator based on Thread Percentage - Forming Tap Calculator based on Thread Percentage - Cut Tapping RPM and Feed Rate Calculator - Thread Dimension Information: Major Dia, Pitch Dia, Minor Dia, Pitch, Thread Height, Threads per Inch - Formular and Equations for Reference

About

Machining Advisor Pro

This app provides recommended running parameters for CNC machining, specifically for Helical Solutions and Harvey Tool products. It generates customized speeds and feeds based on your end mill, tool path, material, and machine setup, optimizing metal removal rates and shop productivity.

Highlights
  • CNC speeds and feeds calculator
  • Optimized for 30,000+ products
  • Supports 300+ material grades
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Customized setup options
  • Quick search functionality
Features
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Machining Advisor Pro quickly, seamlessly, and accurately provides recommended running parameters for CNC machining with your Helical Solutions and Harvey Tool products. Generate specialized speeds and feeds by pairing your end mill with your exact tool path, material, and machine setup. OPTIMIZED FOR 30,000+ PRODUCTS Increase metal removal rates and shop productivity with customized running parameters specifically designed for Helical Solutions and Harvey Tool products. 300+ MATERIAL GRADES Take into account the specific material grade and condition of your workpiece. INTUITIVE USER INTERFACE Save time by quickly determining your end mill’s optimal running parameters. CUSTOMIZED SETUP OPTIONS Enter your machine and setup details to generate personalized Speeds & Feeds. QUICK SEARCH FUNCTIONALITY Narrow down options quickly with a convenient Type Ahead feature and Auto-Tool selection.

Screenshots

ThreadKing4 screens
Machining Advisor Pro1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ThreadKing at 100% against Machining Advisor Pro's 17%. ThreadKing also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). Machining Advisor Pro's advantage is ratings volume (162 vs 12). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ThreadKing holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Machining Advisor Pro has 162 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ThreadKing's written reviews are positive against 17% of Machining Advisor Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ThreadKing ships an update every 6 days, Machining Advisor Pro every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ThreadKing versus Machining Advisor Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThreadKingMachining Advisor Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better4.0 (162 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better17.2% of reviews
Number of ratings12162 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMotionics LLCHARVEY TOOL COMPANY, LLC

Customer experience

ThreadKing

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Machining Advisor Pro

All ratings160 ratings
Positive73.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative20.6%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive17.2%
Neutral6.9%
Negative75.9%

In-app purchases

None

ThreadKing

No in-app purchases

None

Machining Advisor Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ThreadKing free?
ThreadKing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Machining Advisor Pro free?
Machining Advisor Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ThreadKing or Machining Advisor Pro?
ThreadKing is rated higher. ThreadKing averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Machining Advisor Pro averages 4.0 from 162 ratings.
Do ThreadKing or Machining Advisor Pro have ads?
Machining Advisor Pro shows ads; ThreadKing does not.
Which is updated more often, ThreadKing or Machining Advisor Pro?
ThreadKing ships an update every 6 days, and Machining Advisor Pro every 6 weeks. Most recently, ThreadKing was updated on October 9, 2026 and Machining Advisor Pro on September 29, 2026.

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