# Box vs MoCoNC

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Box | MoCoNC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-o-matic/id1291032873/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **35** | — |
| Positive reviews | **81.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 16 MB | 222 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Derek Graham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1291032872) | [BP3D, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455925283) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### MoCoNC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moconc/id1574512474)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Box free?

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

### Is MoCoNC free?

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

### Do Box or MoCoNC have ads?

Neither Box nor MoCoNC shows ads.

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

Box ships an update every 2 months, and MoCoNC every 10 days. Most recently, Box was updated on October 17, 2026 and MoCoNC on September 23, 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.*