Comparison

Scan to CAD vs Gcode Viewer & Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Scan to CAD

Features
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CAD Viewer is a fast and simple way to open, explore, and inspect CAD drawings directly on your iPhone. View detailed DWG and DXF files, navigate complex technical drawings, explore 3D models, manage layers, and review important dimensions wherever you are. Built for engineers, architects, designers, construction professionals, and anyone working with CAD files, the app gives you the essential tools you need without a complicated desktop workflow. Key features: • Open and view DWG and DXF CAD files • Explore 2D drawings and detailed 3D CAD models • Zoom and navigate large technical drawings smoothly • View drawing dimensions and model information • Inspect individual CAD layers • Show or hide layers for a clearer view • Review complex architectural and engineering drawings • Measure and inspect CAD details • Work with detailed models containing thousands of segments • Export and share your CAD drawings • Clean, modern interface designed for mobile use Whether you're checking architectural plans on site, reviewing engineering drawings, inspecting a 3D model, or simply opening a DWG or DXF file away from your computer, CAD Viewer keeps your technical files accessible wherever you go. Open your CAD files. Explore every detail. Work from anywhere. Privacy Policy: http://www.godimage.mobi/policy Terms of use: http://www.godimage.mobi/terms

About

Gcode Viewer & Simulator

Features
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Open any gcode file and see exactly what your 3D printer will print — before you start. Gcode Viewer renders the complete toolpath in 3D: rotate, zoom and pan the model, scrub through every layer, and measure real distances in millimetres. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Open gcode from your slicer, Files, iCloud or a share sheet • View the print in 3D — top, front, side and ISO • Scrub the layer slider to check the print builds correctly • Measure distances and the print height • See print time, filament weight and cost estimates • Follow a running print layer by layer Built for makers who want to check a file before committing filament and time. SUBSCRIPTION Opening your own files requires a subscription. The bundled sample model is free to view. • Pro Weekly — full access, billed every week • Pro Monthly — full access, billed every month • Pro Yearly — full access, billed once a year Subscriptions renew automatically. Cancel anytime in your App Store settings. Terms: https://codigitalsolutions.com/terms Privacy: https://codigitalsolutions.com/privacy

Screenshots

Scan to CAD4 screens
Gcode Viewer & Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scan to CAD at none against Gcode Viewer & Simulator's 3. Gcode Viewer & Simulator's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Gcode Viewer & Simulator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Scan to CAD asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Scan to CAD versus Gcode Viewer & Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScan to CADGcode Viewer & Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRETOUCH AI PTE. LTD.CODIGITAL SOLUTIONS

In-app purchases

None

Scan to CAD

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Gcode Viewer & Simulator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Scan to CAD free?
Scan to CAD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gcode Viewer & Simulator free?
Gcode Viewer & Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scan to CAD or Gcode Viewer & Simulator have ads?
Neither Scan to CAD nor Gcode Viewer & Simulator shows ads.

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