Comparison

CutFlow Pro vs 2D Cut

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

Head to head
About

CutFlow Pro

This app optimizes cutting lists for woodworking projects, maximizing material yield and minimizing waste. It offers interactive guides, stock management, and detailed project statistics for efficient planning. Work smarter with intelligent nesting algorithms and custom constraints.

Highlights
  • Intelligent optimization engine (Max Yield, Min Cuts)
  • Interactive step-by-step cutting guide
  • Stock and remnant management
  • Multi-project support
  • Flexible unit switching (Metric/Imperial)
  • Offline and private operation
Features
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CutFlow Pro is the comprehensive cutting optimization tool designed for carpenters, DIY enthusiasts, and woodworking professionals. Version 1.0.1 brings a powerful new engine and interactive workflows to help you work smarter, not harder. Key Features: **1. Intelligent Optimization Engine** - **Max Yield Strategy**: Advanced nesting algorithms to squeeze the most out of every sheet, saving you money on material. - **Min Cuts Strategy**: Option to prioritize layout simplicity for faster cutting (Guillotine/Shear cuts). - **Custom Constraints**: Configure blade kerf, trim sizes, and cut direction (longitudinal/transverse/mixed) to match your equipment. **2. Interactive Step-by-Step Guide (NEW!)** - Ditch the static diagrams. Follow a guided, interactive workflow for every sheet. - Visual cues for fence settings and cut directions. - Zoomed-in view of every cut operation to ensure zero mistakes. - Visual indicators for edge banding on parts. **3. Stock & Remnant Management (NEW!)** - **Standard Stock Library**: Keep your frequently used sheet sizes ready for quick access. - **Remnant Tracking**: Automatically identify reusable offcuts and save them to your inventory for future projects. Reduce waste and save cost! **4. Project & Data Management** - **Multi-Project Support**: Create, save, and manage multiple projects locally. - **Flexible Units**: Seamlessly switch between Metric (mm, cm, m) and Imperial (Decimal/Fractional) units. - **Grain Direction Control**: Respect material grain by enabling or disabling rotation for specific parts. - **Edge Banding**: Input edge banding requirements (Top/Bottom/Left/Right) for each part. **5. Detailed Project Statistics** - View comprehensive summaries including total sheets required, yield percentage, and waste ratio. - Detailed BOM (Bill of Materials) list with cut status tracking. **6. Offline & Private** - No internet required. All calculations happen locally on your device. - Your project data stays with you. No cloud account needed. Whether you're building custom cabinets, furniture, or handling a large renovation, CutFlow Pro is your digital assistant for efficient material planning. What's New in Version 1.0.2: - **Interactive Step-by-Step Mode**: A game-changer for workshop efficiency. - **Dual Optimization Strategies**: Choose between saving material or saving time. - **Remnant Management System**: Don't throw away money—track and use your offcuts. - **Enhanced UI**: Improved input methods with custom fractional keypad. Support URL: https://cutflow-pro.vercel.app/ Privacy Policy URL: https://cutflow-pro.vercel.app/private/privacy_policy.html Terms Of Service URL: https://app-theta-flame.vercel.app/cutflowPro/private/terms_of_service.html SUBSCRIPTION INFO: CutFlow Pro Premium offers exclusive features to boost your productivity: • Unlimited Projects: Create and save as many projects as you need. • Unlimited Stock Items: Manage unlimited stock sizes and inventory. • Full Access: Unlock complete BOM reports and step-by-step cutting guides. • Advanced Algorithms: Access premium nesting strategies like 'Max Yield' for best material savings. Subscription Terms: • Title: Weekly Subscription • Price: $3.99 / Week • Trial: 3 Days Free Trial • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase.

About

2D Cut

Features
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2D Cut plans how to cut your parts from stock sheets so you use as little material as possible. Enter the sheet size and your cut list, and in seconds you get a clear layout for every sheet: where each part goes, the cut lines, the offcuts and the yield. Made for wood, glass, metal, acrylic, stone, board and anything else that comes in sheets. HOW IT WORKS • Enter the sheet: size, thickness, blade kerf and edge trim • Add your parts with quantities — in mm, cm or inches (fractions like 12 3/8 work) • Get the layout: parts, cut lines, offcuts, yield and cut length per sheet CUTTING OPTIONS • Guillotine cutting for panel saws and glass tables • Nested and multi-stage cutting (Pro) • Grain direction and part rotation • Remnants from your library are used before full sheets SHAPED PARTS • 45 shapes: arches, circles, ellipses, triangles, trapezoids, chamfered and rounded corners, L shapes, octagons • Each shape is placed by its bounding box and drawn with its real contour SAVE AND SHARE • Projects keep every calculation; edit and recalculate in one tap • Library of materials, stock sheets and remnants • Export PDF cutting reports, DXF for CNC and CSV • The same account works on the website at 2dcut.app PLANS • Free: 3 calculations a month with an account (one try without) • Pro: all cut types, shapes, clean exports, unlimited projects (fair use) • Pro + API: everything in Pro plus a REST API and webhooks for your own software Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel them in your Apple ID settings. A Pro subscription bought in the app also unlocks Pro on the website. Terms of Use: https://2dcut.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://2dcut.app/privacy

Screenshots

CutFlow Pro4 screens
2D Cut4 screens

Verdict

The call

CutFlow Pro and 2D Cut are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. CutFlow Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and 2D Cut sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
CutFlow Pro versus 2D Cut: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCutFlow Pro2D Cut
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZhaoqing Hengtuzhiqi Technology Co. , Ltd.Semih Kaya

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CutFlow Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Exclusive Professional Edition$3.997 Days
4 purchases

2D Cut

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro + API Monthly$29.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$99.991 Year
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  • Pro + API Yearly$299.991 Year

Questions

Is CutFlow Pro free?
CutFlow Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 2D Cut free?
2D Cut is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CutFlow Pro or 2D Cut have ads?
Neither CutFlow Pro nor 2D Cut shows ads.

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