Comparison

GCode Scanner for CNC Machines vs Pathly

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

Head to head
About

GCode Scanner for CNC Machines

This tool allows users to view and simulate CNC machine code (G-code) and 3D model files (STL) before production. It helps prevent errors, save tools, and reduce setup times for machinists, programmers, and engineers.

Highlights
  • G-code viewer with real-time toolpath playback
  • Error detection for gouges and over-travels
  • STL model viewer
  • Universal G-code compatibility
  • Shop-floor ready interface
  • Import from cloud storage or local device
Features
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G-Code scanner lets you view STL files before 3d printing. It is a photo scanner for CNC machine code and STL viewer. This eas 3D printing stl viewer tool, G code viewer for CNC, CNC G-Code & STL Viewer gives machinists, programmers, and engineers a powerful pocket-sized tool for inspecting, simulating, and sharing toolpaths—anywhere the job takes you. WHY CHOOSE CNC G-CODE & STL VIEWER • Instant insight: Load FANUC- or HAAS-style G-code in seconds and watch real-time toolpath playback before a single chip is cut. • Error prevention: Catch gouges, over-travels, and syntax issues early so you protect cutters, fixtures, and machines. • STL Viewer: Upload and view STL models quickly and easily, right from your phone • Universal compatibility: Works with Gcode from most major machine tool companies • Shop-floor ready: Dark theme, large coordinates, and touch-friendly controls keep the data readable in bright coolant-splashed environments. • Cloud or local: Import files from email, Google Drive, Dropbox, or straight from your device’s storage—no forced sign-ups. WHO IT’S FOR • Job-shop machinists verifying edits right at the machine • Manufacturing engineers adjusting code on the production floor • CAD/CAM programmers teaching technicians how to debug code • Instructors demonstrating CNC concepts in the classroom • Hobbyists running desktop routers or 3D printers that accept G-code SAVE TIME, SAVE TOOLS, SAVE MONEY Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Pathly

Features
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Want to check a sliced 3D print before you send it to the printer? Pathly opens a G-code file on your iPhone and shows the toolpath in 3D, layer by layer, with print time, filament and size at a glance. Tap Open a G-code File and pick a .gcode, .gco or .nc file from Files, or open one straight from another app. Pathly reads it on your iPhone and draws the path. • 3D TOOLPATH — extrusion moves in color, travel moves in grey, over a soft ground plane. Pinch to zoom and drag to rotate. • LAYER SCRUBBER — slide through the print to see it build up layer by layer, with the current layer number and Z height. • PRINT STATS — estimated print time, filament used, model size (X × Y × Z), layer count, extrude and travel moves, total path length and maximum feed rate. • READS REAL SLICER OUTPUT — G0/G1 moves and G2/G3 arcs, absolute or relative positioning and extrusion, millimeter or inch units, and files up to 80 MB. • SHARE / EXPORT — send the G-code file on to another app, AirDrop or Files. Honest scope: Pathly is a viewer — it doesn't slice, edit or send jobs to a printer. The time estimate uses path lengths and feed rates without acceleration, so your slicer's estimate may differ; filament volume assumes 1.75 mm filament. Binary G-code (.bgcode) isn't supported, and CNC or laser files without extrusion show every move as travel. Very dense files are thinned for display; the stats still count every move. Your files are opened on your iPhone only — nothing is uploaded and no account is needed. Viewing is free and unlimited. The free version shares or exports 3 files; a one-time $4.99 purchase unlocks unlimited exports. No subscription, no ads. Questions: overlapmarr@gmail.com

Screenshots

GCode Scanner for CNC Machines4 screens
Pathly2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pathly at every 2 days against GCode Scanner for CNC Machines's every 3 weeks. 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. GCode Scanner for CNC Machines sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Pathly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GCode Scanner for CNC Machines ships an update every 3 weeks, Pathly every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
GCode Scanner for CNC Machines versus Pathly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGCode Scanner for CNC MachinesPathly
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeremiah MooreJhomar Maravillas

In-app purchases

3 purchases

GCode Scanner for CNC Machines

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly Membership$4.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Membership$7.991 Month
  • Pro Annual Membership$69.991 Year
1 purchases

Pathly

One-time1
  • Unlock Unlimited$4.99

Questions

Is GCode Scanner for CNC Machines free?
GCode Scanner for CNC Machines is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pathly free?
Pathly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GCode Scanner for CNC Machines or Pathly have ads?
Neither GCode Scanner for CNC Machines nor Pathly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GCode Scanner for CNC Machines or Pathly?
GCode Scanner for CNC Machines ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pathly every 2 days. Most recently, GCode Scanner for CNC Machines was updated on September 27, 2026 and Pathly on October 7, 2026.

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