# GRBL CNC Controller: PocketCNC

> GRBL CNC Controller , G-Code Sender and 3d Toolpath viewer

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kerry.PocketCNC](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kerry.PocketCNC)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.kerry.PocketCNC`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** kerry
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 53
- **Version:** 2
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-06
- **First published:** 2026-01-04
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 24 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kerry.PocketCNC)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/pocketcncprivacypolicy/home](https://sites.google.com/view/pocketcncprivacypolicy/home)

## Description

Pocket CNC: The Ultimate CNC Machine Controller<br><br>Untether yourself from your laptop and transform your Android device into a powerful, professional-grade CNC workstation. Pocket CNC is engineered for precision, extreme reliability, and total mobility in your workshop.<br><br>🌐 NEW: WIRELESS G-CODE TRANSFER<br><br>Stop fiddling with SD cards or connecting cables to your computer. With the new Integrated Wireless File Server, you can drop G-code files from your PC or Mac browser directly into your phone. Just visit http://pocketcnc.local:8080 on your network to upload, organize, and manage your projects instantly.<br><br>🔥 UNSTOPPABLE PERFORMANCE: THE POCKET CNC ADVANTAGE<br><br>Never worry about a failed job again. Pocket CNC is built with industrial-grade background processing.<br><br>Screen Off? The job continues.<br>Incoming Phone Call? The job continues.<br>Switching Apps? The job continues.<br>Your machine stays in motion until the very last line of code is executed.<br><br>Key Features You’ll Love:<br><br>🔌 Rock-Solid USB (OTG) Control: Experience low-latency, industrial-standard communication. No Bluetooth interference or drops—just a reliable wired connection to your machine.<br><br>📂 Advanced File Manager: Organize your projects with ease. Navigate folders, sort by date, and use multi-select deletion to keep your workshop storage clean.<br><br>⚙️ Visual GRBL Configuration: Take the mystery out of machine tuning. View and edit all GRBL (<br>) settings with human-readable descriptions and units. Calibrate your machine without memorizing a single code.<br><br>📐 High-Performance 3D Visualizer: Preview G-code in a smooth 3D viewport and track the toolpath in real-time as your machine carves.<br><br>🕹️ Precision Jogging: Take total manual control. Jog X, Y, and Z axes with customizable steps from 0.001mm to 100mm.<br><br>🖼️ Floating Monitor Window: Multi-task like a pro. Keep an eye on your progress and percentage via a small floating overlay while using other apps.<br><br>⚡ Live Overrides: Tweak your speed and power on the fly. Adjust feed rates and laser/spindle power percentages in real-time without pausing.<br><br>🛰️ Real-time DRO: Dynamic Digital Readout showing both Machine and Work coordinates (G54, G55, etc.) with digital precision.<br><br>💻 Power-User Terminal: Full command-line access to send manual G-code and read raw controller responses.<br><br>Why Choose Pocket CNC?<br><br>100% Reliable: Designed for the harsh environment of a workshop where stability is everything.<br>Privacy First: No ads, no tracking, and no data collection. Your designs stay on your device.<br>Universal Support: Seamlessly connects to Grbl, Marlin, Smoothie, and TinyG.<br><br>Requirements:<br><br>An Android device with USB OTG support.<br>A compatible CNC controller (Arduino, CNC Shield, GRBL boards, etc.).<br>A USB OTG cable.<br><br>Stop carrying your expensive laptop into the dusty workshop. Download Pocket CNC today and put the power of a professional CNC controller in your pocket!

## Rankings

- #2,225,925 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.kerry.PocketCNC.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kerry.PocketCNC)