Comparison

Machining Advisor Pro vs MoCoNC

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

Head to head
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.

About

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.

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
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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/

Screenshots

Machining Advisor Pro1 screens
MoCoNC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Machining Advisor Pro at none against MoCoNC's 2. Machining Advisor Pro also leads on review sentiment (17% vs 0%). MoCoNC's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. MoCoNC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Machining Advisor Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Machining Advisor Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, MoCoNC every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on August 1, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Machining Advisor Pro versus MoCoNC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMachining Advisor ProMoCoNC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (162 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews17.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings162 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB222 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHARVEY TOOL COMPANY, LLCBP3D, LLC.

Customer experience

Machining Advisor Pro

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

MoCoNC

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Machining Advisor Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MoCoNC

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Machining Advisor Pro free?
Machining Advisor Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MoCoNC free?
MoCoNC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Machining Advisor Pro or MoCoNC have ads?
Machining Advisor Pro shows ads; MoCoNC does not.
Which is updated more often, Machining Advisor Pro or MoCoNC?
Machining Advisor Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, and MoCoNC every 10 days. Most recently, Machining Advisor Pro was updated on August 1, 2026 and MoCoNC on September 8, 2026.

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