Comparison

CNC CUBE vs ESAB Helmet Connect

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

Head to head
About

CNC CUBE

Features
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CNC Cube puts essential machining math in your pocketβ€”fast, clear, and built for real shop use. Switch between metric and imperial in one tap; every calculator follows your unit preference. WHAT YOU GET β€’ Speeds & feeds: RPM, cutting speed, and feed rate when you need them β€’ Thread dimensions: metric and imperial reference at a glance β€’ Material removal rate: estimate MRR for planning and comparison β€’ Coolant pressure: handy conversions for through-spindle and flood setups β€’ And more calculators added over time to cover your daily workflow DESIGNED FOR THE FLOOR A focused interface so you spend less time tapping and more time cutting. Favorites and history help you jump back to what matters. Whether you’re programming at the machine or checking a number between setups, CNC Cube stays out of your way. OPTIONAL AD-FREE The app is free with ads. Prefer a clean screen? A one-time in-app purchase removes banner and fullscreen ads permanentlyβ€”no subscription. Questions or ideas? Reach us from Settingsβ€”we read every message we can. CNC Cubeβ€”precision where you need it. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ESAB Helmet Connect

Features
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Connect seamlessly to your ESAB Sentinel A70 welding helmet via Bluetooth and take full control over your welding experience. Adjust essential helmet settings like shade level, sensitivity, and delay directly from your phone, so you can focus more on your work and less on adjustments. Key Features: Precise Control: Easily control helmet parameters such as shade, sensitivity, and delay to match your specific welding needs. Job Storage: Save your favorite settings as Jobs for quick recall β€” perfect for switching between different welding tasks efficiently. Boost Productivity: Streamline your workflow by applying saved configurations instantly, minimizing downtime. Arc Time Tracking: Monitor your arc time to keep track of welding duration and improve work planning. Bluetooth Connectivity: Stable and hassle-free connection with your welding helmet for real-time adjustments. Designed for welders who want smarter, faster, and more accurate control of their welding helmet, this app enhances your safety and efficiency on the job. Download now and unlock the full potential of your ESAB Sentinel A70 helmet!

Screenshots

CNC CUBE4 screens
ESAB Helmet Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ESAB Helmet Connect at Free against CNC CUBE's $4.99. ESAB Helmet Connect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

ESAB Helmet Connect is free to download; CNC CUBE costs $4.99 up front. CNC CUBE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ESAB Helmet Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CNC CUBE ships an update monthly, ESAB Helmet Connect every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences Β· 1 level
CNC CUBE versus ESAB Helmet Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCNC CUBEESAB Helmet Connect
Price$4.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 10 days β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.112 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size38 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHakon TorveESAB Group Inc

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CNC CUBE

Subscriptions1
  • Ad-Free Experience$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99
None

ESAB Helmet Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CNC CUBE free?
CNC CUBE costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is ESAB Helmet Connect free?
ESAB Helmet Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CNC CUBE or ESAB Helmet Connect have ads?
CNC CUBE shows ads; ESAB Helmet Connect does not.
Which is updated more often, CNC CUBE or ESAB Helmet Connect?
CNC CUBE ships an update monthly, and ESAB Helmet Connect every 10 days. Most recently, CNC CUBE was updated on October 25, 2026 and ESAB Helmet Connect on October 28, 2026.

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