Box vs MoCoNC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Box
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.
- Customizable box dimensions
- Adjustable material thickness
- Multiple joint styles
- Lid customization
- Project layout preview
- SVG/PDF export
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Create custom laser-cut boxes quickly and easily! 1. Define project size and features 2. Preview the project layout 3. Export as SVG or PDF Details • Get started with a template or modify an existing project • Specify the dimensions, material thickness and joint style • Add a separate lid and customize its appearance, fit and size. • Switch to the project layout tab to get a preview of the layout file that that will be generated. • Export the project for further processing or cutting. Boxes can be fully enclosed with 6 sides, or have one or more sides removed for open boxes, frames or other combinations. Lids can be flat or fit over with adjustable depth and fit. Grid Dividers can be added to boxes, with or without frames around the edges. Joints can be plain or smooth, or box joints that are automatic or specified by count. Material thickness and kerf can be configured for a precise fit.
MoCoNC
This tool simplifies CNC programming for vertical machining centers with conversational input. It automates tool selection, path creation, and calculates feeds and speeds, requiring no CAD model. Features include AR verification and on-screen simulation.
- Conversational programming interface
- Automated tool selection and path generation
- Feed and speed calculation
- Augmented Reality G-Code path verification
- On-screen G-Code path simulation
- Probe GUI for DMG Mori and Renishaw
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MoCoNC® is a conversational programming tool to add features, versatility, and improve ease of use of Vertical Machining Centers. For quick and hassle free creation of tool paths that are faster and more intuitive than the options we could find to use on the shop floor. For example, thread milling that only requires a few simple inputs. It includes automated tool selection and calculates depth of cut, feeds, and speeds. The user can also adjust all of this manually. All with simple conversational input. No CAD model needed. Programs can be accessed by your machine via network to your iCloud folder or with a USB drive compatible with the iPhone. Features: 1) Augmented Reality G-Code Paths. You can align the coordinate axis to the actual material or part and verify the paths. 2) On screen simulation of G-Code Paths. 3) Tooling and Material data is backed up to your cloud account if you choose. Available offline as well. No internet required for those that do not have reliable access. (Still should let the program have access when convenient to passively backup data) 3) Easy tool and parameter selection. The app fills in as much data as it can. Leaving you free to concentrate on more important areas. For example, thread milling. Using an extra long thread cutter? Is the tool diameter is too large for the hole? Not sure what the actual thread diameters should be? NPT? BSPP? Single Point? OD? ID? How many passes? The app is intended to solve these problems for you. Leaving you to verify the results or override them to suit your needs. 4) Feed Speed Calculator for Drills and Milling Cutters: Independent from the conversational programming, MoCoNC also includes feed and speed calculators. If you need to calculate or double check feeds, speeds, radial and axial depth of cut, and chip thinning compensation. These calculations are also automatically performed on part programs. 7) Probe GUI: For DMG Mori and Renishaw probe macros. Quickly add probing function to your part programs. 8) More features in the works or being tested. This app does not replace an understanding of G-code or machining fundamentals and will not turn an amateur into a machinist. You will still need to ensure the output is correct. MoCoNC requires a subscription but has a free trial period for new users. Payment is charged to Your AppStore Account Subscription automatically renews unless turned off 24-hours prior to end of current period Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to end of the current period Subscriptions may be managed in the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Box at 82% against MoCoNC's 0%. Box also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). MoCoNC's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Box sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and MoCoNC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Box ships an update every 2 months, MoCoNC every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Box | MoCoNC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (35 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 222 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Derek Graham | BP3D, LLC. |
Customer experience
Box
MoCoNC
In-app purchases
Box
- CNC Router Joinery$1.99
- Caddy/Tote Handle$1.99
- Kerf-o-meter Plus Upgrade$1.99
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- Grid Dividers - Unlimited$4.99
- Enhanced Project Fit$4.99
MoCoNC
- Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year









