i-Machinist
i-Machinist is a CNC calculation and reference utility for milling, drilling, and turning operations on iOS and Android.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
Machinists need a quick, lightweight reference tool to compute spindle speeds and feed rates without manual lookup tables.
For Machinists and CNC operators requiring quick reference data for shop floor calculations.
What does it look like?
Key features
Computes spindle speed, feed rate, and cutting speed for milling, drilling, and turning operations.
Provides reference data for outer, pitch, and core diameters plus thread height.
Lookup tool for shaft and hole zones, grades, and diameters.
How much does it cost?
The app is distributed as a free utility supported by in-app advertisements.
Velocity
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The app has been in a state of maintenance for the last 267 days, with only two releases identified in the current window. Development activity is minimal, focusing on minor bug fixes and occasional database updates rather than new feature development. With no significant updates since late 2025, the project shows no signs of active feature expansion or live operations. The current cadence reflects a long-term maintenance cycle.
Who built it?
ilan TETRUASHVILI
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שכרניק החדש - מחשבון שכרUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
Recent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate the application provides a highly efficient and accurate toolset for professional application engineers in the field and lightweight design and quick loading times make the tool accessible for frequent use during work.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- The application provides a highly efficient and accurate toolset for professional application engineers in the field
- Lightweight design and quick loading times make the tool accessible for frequent use during work
- Lack of imperial unit support forces manual conversion and limits utility for users in the US
21 of 21 recent reviews analyzed · moderate confidence · Mixed overall
Read the full review analysisUnlock 1 more frustration theme and 1 user request, each backed by review evidence.
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Competitive landscape for i-Machinist
How's the Utilities market?
i-Machinist holds a 2.56-star rating across 91 total ratings. The reliance on ad-supported monetization in a professional utility context creates friction, as users prioritize precision and workflow continuity over free access.
The rivals identified
The Analyst's Read
Key takeaways for i-Machinist
Where is it heading?
The CNC utility market is shifting toward specialized, ad-free tools that prioritize workflow efficiency. i-Machinist remains exposed due to its reliance on ad-supported monetization and a stalled release cadence, which risks losing the professional user base to more responsive, unit-flexible competitors.
- The lack of imperial unit support forces manual conversion, which erodes the utility for US-based machinists and drives negative sentiment.
- Maintenance-mode development cadence (no updates in eight months) signals a lack of active investment in professional feature requests.
The SWOT
- Lightweight design enables rapid shop-floor access
- Add surface roughness and drawing symbol guides
Next best moves
Implement imperial unit toggle because user complaints cite manual conversion as a primary barrier → increase retention
+ 1 more prioritized moveThe counter-intuitive read
The app's primary vulnerability is not its feature set, but its monetization model…
Read the full takeSince the last report: The app remains in a stagnant maintenance state with no functional changes, though the competitive outlook has sharpened to emphasize the risk of ad-supported monetization in professional workflows.
Bottom line
i-Machinist provides a functional calculation base, but the lack of imperial units and the presence of ads undermine its professional utility. Transitioning to an ad-free model and adding unit support would unlock the professional segment currently forced to use manual conversions.
Unlock 2 critical frictions, 1 market threat, 1 more prioritized move and the analyst’s take.
Access the full report for freeFAQ
Is i-Machinist suitable for professional CNC operators?
Does i-Machinist support imperial measurements?
Are there ads in i-Machinist?
Sources
- [1] Play Store listing
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