# CableApp vs CutList Optimizer

The clearest difference is rating: CutList Optimizer at 4.2 against CableApp's 3.0. CutList Optimizer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). CableApp's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (61% vs 45%). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CutList Optimizer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CableApp asks for nothing beyond the download.

CutList Optimizer holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CutList Optimizer has 114 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of CableApp's written reviews are positive against 45% of CutList Optimizer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CableApp ships an update every 2 months, CutList Optimizer every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CableApp | CutList Optimizer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cableapp/id1180099775/reviews) | **[4.2 (114 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cutlist-optimizer/id6465744401/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **114** |
| Positive reviews | **61.1% of reviews** | 45.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Prysmian Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/914872756) | [CutList Optimal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735455971) |

## What reviewers say

### CableApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cableapp/id1180099775)

This tool assists professionals in selecting the optimal cabling solution for their projects. It calculates the best cross-section, offers money and CO2 saving advice, and provides access to technical documentation and industry news.

**Highlights:** Optimal cross-section calculation, Money and CO2 saving advice, Access to technical documentation, Direct link to product catalogs, Save, print, and share results, Industry news and videos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### CutList Optimizer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cutlist-optimizer/id6465744401)

This app optimizes material usage and plans cutting layouts for various materials like wood, metal, glass, and fabric. It uses AI to generate efficient cutting plans, minimizing waste and simplifying workflows. Export your plans in multiple formats.

**Highlights:** Unlimited projects, calculations, and parts, Supports part grain and edge banding, Handles panel trimming and saw kerf, Multiple material type support, Guillotine cutting method, Export to PDF, Excel, and DXF

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CableApp free?

CableApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CutList Optimizer free?

CutList Optimizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CableApp or CutList Optimizer?

CutList Optimizer is rated higher. CableApp averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while CutList Optimizer averages 4.2 from 114 ratings.

### Do CableApp or CutList Optimizer have ads?

CableApp shows ads; CutList Optimizer does not.

### Which is updated more often, CableApp or CutList Optimizer?

CableApp ships an update every 2 months, and CutList Optimizer every 8 days. Most recently, CableApp was updated on June 4, 2026 and CutList Optimizer on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*