# WoodPicker vs Box

The clearest difference is rating: Box at 4.6 against WoodPicker's 3.0. Box also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 42%). WoodPicker's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WoodPicker sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Box sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Box holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35 and 36 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of WoodPicker's written reviews are positive against 82% of Box's.

WoodPicker ships an update monthly, Box every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WoodPicker | Box |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodpicker/id1283483950/reviews) | **[4.6 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-o-matic/id1291032873/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | **81.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 116 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.5 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JBonta Innovations, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/471147790) | [Derek Graham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1291032872) |

## What reviewers say

### WoodPicker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodpicker/id1283483950)

This tool streamlines woodworking projects by assisting with design, wood selection, and cutting. It helps users efficiently plan lumber purchases and minimize waste, offering pre-made project plans and import options for custom designs.

**Highlights:** Design simplification, Wood selection assistance, Cutting optimization, Lumber waste minimization, Project plan import, Printable cutting layouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rocking Horse Plan -WoodPicker | Free | one-time |
| Queen Bed Plan by WoodPicker | Free | one-time |
| Baseball Game by WoodPicker | Free | one-time |
| Baseball Game by WoodPicker | $1.99 | one-time |
| Night Stand Plan by WoodPicker | $3.99 | one-time |
| Duet Piano Bench by WoodPicker | $3.99 | one-time |
| WoodPicker Pro Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| 46" TV Console by WoodPicker | $9.99 | one-time |
| TV Stand Console by WoodPicker | $9.99 | one-time |
| Buffet with Hutch - WoodPicker | $13.99 | one-time |


### Box

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-o-matic/id1291032873)

Design and generate custom laser-cut boxes with adjustable dimensions, material thickness, and joint styles. Preview layouts and export designs as SVG or PDF for cutting. Supports various box configurations and lid types.

**Highlights:** Customizable box dimensions, Adjustable material thickness, Multiple joint styles, Lid customization, Project layout preview, SVG/PDF export

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CNC Router Joinery | $1.99 | one-time |
| Caddy/Tote Handle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kerf-o-meter Plus Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grid Dividers - Unlimited | $4.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Project Fit | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WoodPicker free?

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

### Is Box free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WoodPicker or Box?

Box is rated higher. WoodPicker averages 3.0 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while Box averages 4.6 from 36 ratings.

### Do WoodPicker or Box have ads?

Neither WoodPicker nor Box shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WoodPicker or Box?

WoodPicker ships an update monthly, and Box every 2 months. Most recently, WoodPicker was updated on November 3, 2026 and Box on November 3, 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.*