CNC Path vs CNC · G
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CNC Path
Manage, edit, and visualize CNC programs with a mobile-friendly editor and toolpath simulator. Import programs via OCR, access an instruction reference, and link program-related images and drawings.
- Local Program Library for CNC programs
- Mobile-friendly CNC program editor
- On-device OCR for program import
- CNC instruction reference
- Lightweight toolpath simulation
- Program-linked image and PDF management
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CNC Path is an iPhone and iPad workspace for CNC professionals and learners to manage, edit, OCR-import, and visualize supported CNC programs. Key features: - Create, organize, import, and export CNC programs in a local Program Library - View and edit CNC program text with a mobile-friendly editor - Import programs from camera or images with on-device OCR and review the result before saving - Look up CNC instructions and their current support boundaries - Run lightweight toolpath simulation for supported basic instructions - Use OCR, import/export, syntax checking, and advanced macro-program, fixed-cycle, and arithmetic-expression simulation - Keep program-linked images and PDF drawings available with a floating button; annotate and crop images, then reopen saved edits The Program Library, editing, instruction reference, and ordinary supported simulation remain free. OCR, import/export, syntax checking, macro programs, fixed cycles, arithmetic-expression simulation, and the program reference floating button require an active trial or membership. The seven-day trial starts only when selected and does not renew or charge. Monthly and Pro Lifetime Unlock prices are shown by the App Store. CNC Path provides auxiliary toolpath visualization only. It does not guarantee collision detection, machining safety, or complete real-machine verification. Users must manually verify OCR results and CNC programs. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
CNC · G
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The complete CNC reference, always in your pocket. Works 100% offline: no network needed on the shop floor. WHAT'S INSIDE • 149 G-codes and 115 M-codes explained, with syntax, parameters, examples and toolpath diagrams • 105 canned cycles (drilling, threading, pockets and more) • 90 workshop calculators and formulas: cutting speed, RPM, feeds and much more • G-code analyzer with graphic toolpath preview • Materials database with cutting parameters • Fanuc and Siemens alarms explained • Technical glossary and tables (threads, tolerances…) • Available in 18 languages FREE AND PRO The free version includes a complete sample of the reference, the glossary and all languages. One single one-time purchase unlocks EVERYTHING, forever: no subscription, no recurring costs. Made by machinists, for machinists.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CNC · G at every 2 days against CNC Path's every 6 days. 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
Both are free to download. CNC Path sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and CNC · G sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CNC Path ships an update every 6 days, CNC · G every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CNC Path | CNC · G |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 94 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 宇 张 | silverio valerio brandao |
In-app purchases
CNC Path
- Monthly Membership$1.991 Month
- 专业版永久解锁$7.99
CNC · G
- Pro — Tuo per sempre$17.99






