# Sequence vs CAD Smart Modeling

The clearest difference is rating: Sequence at 4.3 against CAD Smart Modeling's 3.5. Sequence also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 months). CAD Smart Modeling's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sequence sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and CAD Smart Modeling sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sequence holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sequence has 65 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Sequence ships an update every 10 days, CAD Smart Modeling every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sequence | CAD Smart Modeling |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (65 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-g-code-editor-cnc/id1599405832/reviews)** | [3.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cad-smart-modeling-3d-cad/id6476608505/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **65** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 440 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hypercube GFX, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598651427) | [Sebastian Kemper](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513694925) |

## What reviewers say

### Sequence

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-g-code-editor-cnc/id1599405832)

This app is a text editor for G-Code and M-Code, designed for machining on CNC and lathe machines. It allows users to import, save, and visualize STL models with a built-in 3D renderer. Subscriptions are available and can be canceled anytime.

**Highlights:** G-Code and M-Code editing, CNC and lathe machine code support, Command list for G-Codes and M-Codes, Import, save, and visualize STL models, Built-in 3D renderer, Optional in-app purchase

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sequence Plus | $9.99 | per year |
| Sequence Plus | $9.99 | per year |


### CAD Smart Modeling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cad-smart-modeling-3d-cad/id6476608505)

Create detailed 3D models, technical drawings, and digital prototypes on your mobile device. This versatile CAD app is suitable for architecture, product design, engineering, and 3D printing, offering intuitive tools for both beginners and professionals.

**Highlights:** 3D Modeling & CAD Design, Technical Drawing, Precise Geometric Constructions, Import & Export of CAD and 3D Files, Product Design & Prototyping, 3D Models for Architecture & 3D Printing

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium access | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium access | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium access | $22.99 | per year |
| Premium access | $44.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $44.99 | one-time |
| Premium Access | $89.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sequence free?

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

### Is CAD Smart Modeling free?

CAD Smart Modeling is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sequence or CAD Smart Modeling?

Sequence is rated higher. Sequence averages 4.3 out of 5 from 65 ratings, while CAD Smart Modeling averages 3.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do Sequence or CAD Smart Modeling have ads?

CAD Smart Modeling shows ads; Sequence does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sequence or CAD Smart Modeling?

Sequence ships an update every 10 days, and CAD Smart Modeling every 5 months. Most recently, Sequence was updated on October 8, 2026 and CAD Smart Modeling on September 20, 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.*