Comparison

Machining Calculators vs iNC

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

Head to head
About

Machining Calculators

Features
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An essential tool for professionals working with milling, turning, or drilling applications! The Machining Calculator apps assist engineers and operators in maximizing efficiency and precision. These apps compute optimal cutting settings tailored to your specific job requirements and demonstrate how even minor parameter adjustments can significantly enhance performance and results. With user-friendly interfaces and advanced algorithms, these apps simplify complex calculations, saving time and reducing errors. Whether you're handling high-precision machining tasks or routine operations, they provide accurate recommendations for cutting speed, feed rate, and depth of cut, ensuring consistent and reliable outcomes across various materials and tools. Additionally, the apps offer insights into tool wear, energy efficiency, and cost savings, empowering you to make informed decisions for long-term productivity. Whether you're a seasoned expert or new to machining, these tools are invaluable for achieving superior results with minimal effort. In-app purchase Details: Monthly Subscription : 2.99$ Yearly Subscription : 5.99$ Lifetime Subscription : 12.99$ Privacy Policy : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of use : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/

About

iNC

This app provides a portable CNC workstation for editing, simulating, and calculating machining parameters. It allows for on-site tuning, travel support, and confidential machining without cloud dependency. Features include process calculators, an NC program editor, and a 3D toolpath viewer.

Highlights
  • Smart NC/G-code editing
  • CNC simulation
  • Process calculators
  • 3D toolpath viewer
  • Local-first file processing
  • Large program handling
Features
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Edit NC/G-code, review 3D toolpaths, inspect stock removal and view STEP/STL models on iPhone and iPad. iNC-Mill brings programs, toolpaths and part geometry into one workspace for shop-floor review, programming practice and teaching. File management and basic 3D viewing are free. NC editing, simulation, knowledge references, calculators, advanced 3D tools and settings, and AI questions require an active subscription. NC/G-CODE EDITING • Import NC programs from Files, AirDrop or other apps • Edit with syntax highlighting, line navigation, search and replace • Renumber or remove N block numbers in selected lines or an entire file • Review very large programs in a dedicated read-only mode MILLING, TURNING AND MACROS • Watch stock material removal during 3-axis milling and turning playback • Inspect 3-axis and 5-axis toolpaths with distinct rapid, feed and arc motion • Trace FANUC macro execution flow and machine state • Work with Mitsubishi M800/M80 milling and turning programs, with matching command references, parameter forms and examples • Review macros, subprograms and canned cycles within the supported scope of the selected controller CODE BESIDE TOOLPATHS • Compare 3D toolpaths with read-only NC code in resizable Machining-mode panes • Follow associated source lines and available tool, feed, spindle and position readouts • Navigate by move, Z change, cutting section or tool section • Play forward or in reverse; adjust speed, path colors and viewing direction • Keep the camera and playback position when switching preview modes STEP/STL MODEL VIEWING • Open STP/STEP and STL files; rotate, zoom and use standard views • Explore STEP assembly trees, hide or isolate components, and adjust exploded views • Inspect internal geometry with interactive section planes • Measure supported STEP geometry: distances, radii, angles, areas and model dimensions • Measure between toolpath points and visible simulated workpiece surfaces Model viewing is read-only. STEP measurements use supported CAD geometry; STL and simulated workpiece measurements are mesh-based approximations. Toolpath curves use generated segments. Measurements do not certify physical part dimensions. FILES AND MACHINING TOOLS • Create, import, search and organize files; reopen recent files • Move files and folders in batches and restore Recently Deleted items • Manage machine and tool definitions; browse G/M-code references • Use milling, turning and quick calculators ON-DEVICE WORKFLOW Core NC editing, parsing, model viewing, toolpath review and simulation run on device. These tools do not require uploading your machining files. iNC-Mill supports program review and visualization. Professional verification, collision checks and machine, tooling and fixture checks remain necessary before machining. SUBSCRIPTIONS Monthly and yearly plans, prices and any available trial are shown in the App Store at purchase time. Payment is charged to your Apple ID after confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Terms of Use: https://inc-mill.com/en/terms Privacy Policy: https://inc-mill.com/en/privacy

Screenshots

Machining Calculators4 screens
iNC3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Machining Calculators at 12.0 against iNC's 16.0. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Machining Calculators sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and iNC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Machining Calculators versus iNC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMachining CalculatorsiNC
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB146 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAshvin Kevadiya乐勇 刘

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Machining Calculators

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$12.99
2 purchases

iNC

Subscriptions2
  • Subscribe Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Subscribe Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Machining Calculators free?
Machining Calculators is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iNC free?
iNC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Machining Calculators or iNC have ads?
Neither Machining Calculators nor iNC shows ads.

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