Comparison

CutList vs Cutlist

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

Head to head
About

CutList

Optimize material usage for woodworking and metal fabrication projects. Input your panel sizes and required parts to generate efficient cutting layouts, minimizing waste and offcuts. Includes features like saw kerf compensation and edge banding calculations.

Highlights
  • 2D cutting layout optimization
  • Multi-project workspace
  • Saw kerf compensation
  • Edge banding length and cost
  • Grain direction lock
  • PDF export with labeled cut sheet
  • Material library
Features
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CutList is the cutting-list planner for woodworkers, carpenters, kitchen makers, and metal-sheet shops who want to stop wasting material. Type your stock panel size (MDF, particleboard, plywood, OSB, acrylic, metal sheet — anything) and the list of parts you need to cut. CutList runs a 2D guillotine optimizer in seconds and gives you a layout that minimizes waste, cut length, and offcut count. WHAT YOU GET - 2D guillotine cutting layout, instant - Multi-project workspace (jobs, materials, parts) - Saw kerf compensation (set your blade thickness) - Edge banding length and cost rollup per project - Grain direction lock for veneered panels - PDF export with labeled cut sheet (ready to print on the shop floor) - Material library with reusable panel sizes - Works offline once loaded WHO IT IS FOR Carpenters and joiners cutting MDF and particleboard. Kitchen and bath fitters laying out doors and panels. CNC shops planning batch runs. Hobby woodworkers tired of doing the math twice on a notepad. WHY CUTLIST Most cutting-list apps want you behind a desk. CutList runs on your phone or tablet right at the saw, in your pocket on the job site. Type the cut list, see the layout, send the PDF to the helper. Done. PRO Pro unlocks unlimited projects, PDF watermark removal, and priority support. Free tier covers 1 active project at a time so you can try the full workflow end-to-end before you commit. Built by Kavela. Trusted by furniture makers across Turkiye and beyond.

About

Cutlist

Features
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Plan cabinet and woodworking projects from first dimensions to final cut. Cutlist helps you turn cabinet measurements into accurate parts lists and optimized cutting diagrams for plywood, MDF, and dimensional lumber. BUILD CABINETS • Generate parts for cabinet boxes, shelves, face frames, doors, and drawer fronts • Choose common cabinet styles or add custom parts • Work in imperial or metric measurements OPTIMIZE MATERIAL • Nest parts across sheet goods to reduce waste • Optimize boards by length • Account for saw kerf between parts • Track usable offcuts • Follow an ordered cutting sequence READY FOR THE SHOP • View clearly labeled layouts and dimensions • Print plans or save them as PDFs • Import and export project files • Share plans with a link Cutlist includes one free project. A one-time Cutlist Pro purchase unlocks unlimited projects, cloud sync, and shareable plans—no subscription. Always verify dimensions, material, tool settings, and cut sequences before purchasing material or cutting.

Screenshots

CutList3 screens
Cutlist3 screens

Verdict

The call

CutList and Cutlist 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. CutList sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cutlist sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
CutList versus Cutlist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCutListCutlist
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKAVELA LTDBrennon Overton

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CutList

One-time1
  • CutList PRO$4.99
1 purchases

Cutlist

One-time1
  • Cutlist Pro — Lifetime$19.99

Questions

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

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