Comparison

GCode Generator 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 Generator

This utility transforms images into high-quality G-Code for CNC machines, laser engravers, and plotters. It offers advanced controls for fine-tuning output and is designed for makers and professionals.

Highlights
  • Image to G-Code conversion
  • Advanced parameter controls
  • High-precision output
  • Export and share G-Code
  • Fast and easy to use
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Turn any image into high-quality G-Code with just one tap. Gcode Generator is a powerful and easy-to-use tool designed for CNC machines, laser engravers, plotters, and robotics projects. Features Image to G-Code Conversion Upload any image and generate clean G-Code instantly. Advanced Controls Adjust sample count, line density, center position, scaling, and other fine-tuning parameters. High-Precision Output Generate smooth curves, accurate paths, and machine-ready G-Code. Export and Share Save your generated G-Code Fast and Easy Built for makers, engineers, hobbyists, and CNC professionals. Whether you're engraving artwork, running a plotter, or preparing CNC projects, Gcode Generator provides a simple and efficient solution for generating G-Code. Terms of Use: 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 Generator4 screens
Pathly2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pathly at every 2 days against GCode Generator's every 6 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 Generator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, Pathly every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
GCode Generator versus Pathly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGCode GeneratorPathly
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOmer Faruk BAGCIJhomar Maravillas

In-app purchases

8 purchases

GCode Generator

Subscriptions5
  • GCode Weekly$1.997 Days
  • GCode Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
  • GCode Monthly$4.991 Month
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  • GCode Pro Monthly$8.991 Month
  • G-Code Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • 15 Credits$1.99
  • 30 Credits$2.99
  • 50 Credits$3.99
1 purchases

Pathly

One-time1
  • Unlock Unlimited$4.99

Questions

Is GCode Generator free?
GCode Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pathly free?
Pathly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GCode Generator or Pathly have ads?
Neither GCode Generator nor Pathly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GCode Generator or Pathly?
GCode Generator ships an update every 6 weeks, and Pathly every 2 days. Most recently, GCode Generator was updated on October 1, 2026 and Pathly on October 7, 2026.

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