Vibra Test vs Machining Advisor Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vibra Test
This tool helps assess the vibration severity of rotating machinery according to ISO 10816-03 standards. Users input machine power, foundation type, and vibration velocity to determine the operating condition, displayed in color-coded zones.
- Vibration severity testing
- ISO 10816-03 compliance
- Machine power selection
- Foundation type selection
- Color-coded operating zones
- Metric/Imperial units
- Result sharing via email
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Vibra Test is a tool for vibration severity test of rotating machinery based on ISO 10816-03. User selects the type of the machine based on the power rating of the machine, selects the type of foundation (flexible or rigid), enters the RMS value of vibration velocity, and the App shows the operating condition of the machine. (Zone A: Blue, Zone B: Green, Zone C: Yellow, Zone D: Red). FEATURES: - Metric and Imperial units option - Interactive vibration severity table - Screenshot saving in the photo library - Email the results of the test DISCLAIMER: Vibra Test is intended for educational purposes. Although the calculations by this app were made with great care, it may contain error or inaccuracies. Using the results of the calculations is the responsibility of the user.
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.
- CNC speeds and feeds calculator
- Optimized for 30,000+ products
- Supports 300+ material grades
- Intuitive user interface
- Customized setup options
- Quick search functionality
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Vibra Test at none against Machining Advisor Pro's shown. Vibra Test also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.0). Machining Advisor Pro's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 18 months). On price, review sentiment, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Machining Advisor Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Machining Advisor Pro has 162 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of Vibra Test's written reviews are positive against 17% of Machining Advisor Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Vibra Test ships an update every 18 months, Machining Advisor Pro every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vibra Test | Machining Advisor Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (2 ratings) | 4.0 (162 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better | 17.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 162 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.1 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Motionics LLC | HARVEY TOOL COMPANY, LLC |
Customer experience
Vibra Test
Machining Advisor Pro
In-app purchases
Vibra Test
No in-app purchases
Machining Advisor Pro
No in-app purchases
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