Comparison

iOptiCut vs On

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

Head to head
About

iOptiCut

This app optimizes cutting plans for various materials like wood, tile, and metal to minimize waste. It provides step-by-step guidance for cuts, manages material inventory, and offers professional export options for CNC machines and client proposals.

Highlights
  • Multiple cutting algorithms
  • Step-by-step workshop mode
  • Grain direction and edge banding support
  • Board inventory management
  • Professional PDF and CAD export
  • Material library and cost calculator
Features
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Stop wasting material. iOptiCut calculates the most efficient way to cut your boards, sheets, and panels β€” automatically. Whether you're building cabinets, shelving, furniture, or framing, iOptiCut turns your parts list into a precise cutting plan in seconds. It’s used by woodworkers, cabinet makers, tile setters, metalworkers, and DIYers worldwide. 7 CUTTING ALGORITHMS β€” FINDS THE BEST ONE FOR YOU iOptiCut runs all seven optimization methods (five guillotine + two nesting) on your project and automatically ranks the results by material efficiency. One tap shows you which method wastes the least. WORKSHOP MODE β€” CUT WITH CONFIDENCE Follow your plan step by step. Each cut highlights exactly what to do next, shows dimensions clearly, and dims everything else. Tap to advance and never lose your place in the shop. GRAIN DIRECTION & EDGE BANDING Specify grain direction (horizontal, vertical, or custom) per part β€” the algorithm respects it. Add edge banding per side with visual indicators, and get a complete edge banding list in your export. BOARD INVENTORY β€” REUSE YOUR OFFCUTS Save leftover boards to your inventory. iOptiCut uses them first before allocating new material. After optimization, remaining pieces are automatically saved back. Always know what you have on hand. PROFESSIONAL PDF EXPORT Export a complete package: cutting diagrams, full cut lists with dimensions, material summaries, and client-ready proposals with cost breakdowns. MATERIAL LIBRARY & COST CALCULATOR Choose from built-in presets (plywood, MDF, hardwood, sheet metal, tile, and more) or create your own. Add material costs, edge banding costs, and markup to instantly calculate project pricing and generate client quotes. CSV IMPORT Already have your parts list in a spreadsheet? Import it via CSV. Upload a file or paste text, preview it, and get started instantly with a downloadable template. SVG & DXF EXPORT Export cutting layouts as SVG or DXF β€” clean, labeled files ready for CNC routers, laser cutters, or CAD software. MORE FEATURES Metric and imperial units (feet, inches, fractions) Kerf (blade width) calculation Unplaced parts warnings Auto-sized part labels on diagrams Printable part label sheets iPad-optimized layouts Light & dark mode 5 languages: English, German, Turkish, Macedonian, Russian WHO IT’S FOR Woodworkers building furniture or cabinets Carpenters planning sheet material cuts CNC and laser cutter operators Tile and glass cutters Anyone who wants to reduce material waste iOptiCut β€” measure twice, cut once.

About

On

Features
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OnSitePro is the ultimate work order app that effortlessly streamlines communication between the construction site and the office. With a wide range of features, OnSitePro offers everything you need for efficient project management: Create & Edit Customers Easily manage your customer database. Add new customers and edit existing information with ease, ensuring your customer information is always up-to-date. Create Work Orders Quickly and easily create work orders directly from the site. Keep all project details organized and share them immediately with your team. Manage Time Logs and Materials Accurately register working hours and manage the use of materials. Ensure a detailed overview of your project costs and progress. Take Photos Capture important moments and progress of your projects with photos. Add them directly to your work orders for visual overview and documentation. Digitally Sign and Send to Customers Allow customers to digitally sign work orders and send them directly from the app. Save time and increase efficiency with quick and secure digital signatures. With OnSitePro, you keep your projects under control, improve communication, and increase productivity on the work floor. Experience the power of optimal collaboration and manage your construction projects like never before.

Screenshots

iOptiCut4 screens
On4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: On at Free against iOptiCut's $8.99. On also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

On is free to download; iOptiCut costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iOptiCut ships an update every 3 months, On every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 5 level
iOptiCut versus On: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriOptiCutOn
Price$8.99Free β€” better
Positive reviews35.6% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.613.4 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size10 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInellipseNWN Software

In-app purchases

None

iOptiCut

No in-app purchases

None

On

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iOptiCut free?
iOptiCut costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is On free?
On is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iOptiCut or On have ads?
Neither iOptiCut nor On shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iOptiCut or On?
iOptiCut ships an update every 3 months, and On every 3 weeks. Most recently, iOptiCut was updated on November 1, 2026 and On on October 30, 2026.

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