# Patchy Scan 3D - AR — 3D scan your world

> Augmented reality app for creating and exporting 3D meshes from scanned environments. (iPhone/iPad app by niels jansson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchy-scan-3d-ar/id1436709455 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [niels jansson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1092867441)
- Category: Productivity, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-09-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchy-scan-3d-ar/id1436709455/reviews.md

## What is Patchy Scan 3D?

Patchy Scan 3D creates coarse 3D meshes from Augmented Reality tracking features.

* Scan small or large areas as multiple patches.
* Export the result as .Obj models with textures.
* Examine your scans in Augmented Reality with or without live camera feed.
* Capture video of your creations.

Usage Instructions:
1. Move your phone until yellow feature points appear.
2. Press the scan button to create a mesh and texture.
3. Repeat.

Performs best in good lighting and on newer devices.

Visit the website for more information.

## Key features

- Scan areas as multiple patches
- Export .Obj models with textures
- Examine scans in Augmented Reality
- Capture video of creations
- AR feature point tracking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Exporting scans .Obj format | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchy-scan-3d-ar/id1436709455/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Impressively bad.

*2025-03-17, version 1.5*

If you were hoping your scan would look like an N64 model swallowed a grenade, this app has you covered!

### 2/5 — it’s bad

*2022-01-04, version 1.4*

fix the glitch bug

### 1/5 — Broken

*2021-12-04, version 1.1*

Junk DO NOT DOWNLOAD ….Before todays update you could scan and now you cannot …. Just a black screen and it’s a pay to use ….

### 1/5 — It won’t let me export the obj unless I buy it

*2021-01-29, version 1.0*

It won’t let me export the obj unless I buy it

### 5/5 — Awesome app!

*2020-10-08*

I love this app. I don't have anything else to say about it

### 4/5 — Nice but could be better

*2020-08-08*

I’d love to see more points on the cloud, at the moment the density is too low imo. I understand this is for making glitch 3D though, which is not really what I wanted so to be honest perhaps I’m just shooting for something entirely different. 

Will consider buying eventually, as it does some cool stuff but it also feels very random and hard to control. I wish we had more options such as interpolation in between different captures so that the point cloud looked less glitchy (if desired ofc, could be a slider).

That being said I guess it’s not that expensive so I’m guessing the app is rather new and much love will come down the line. At least that’s been the case with Face Cap.

### 5/5 — This is a pretty dope app

*2020-01-21*

The fact that this technology is free and able to use in scenes is awesome. I love the fact that I can put 3D objects in my scenes with programs such as Adobe After Effects. I’m a great fan of all these apps that you make. Thank you so much keep up the great work

**Developer response:** Thanks so much!

### 2/5 — Not 100%. Good

*2019-12-28, version 1.0*

It. Has the glitch look

### 2/5 — Obj export doesn’t work

*2019-01-05*

This is a really cool concept, except for the fact that the “export obj” function exports a zipped image sequence. This app would be fantastic... IF it could export objs

**Developer response:** Could you contact us via the website: www.bannaflak.com, no .obj exporting bugs have been reported before.

## Frequently asked questions about Patchy Scan 3D

### What is Patchy Scan 3D used for?

Patchy Scan 3D is used to create coarse 3D meshes from Augmented Reality tracking features in your environment. You can then export these scans as .Obj models with textures.

### How do I start scanning with Patchy Scan 3D?

To begin, move your phone until yellow feature points appear. Then, press the scan button to create a mesh and texture, repeating the process as needed.

### What devices are compatible with Patchy Scan 3D?

Patchy Scan 3D is compatible with iPhones and iPads, as indicated by its support for these devices.

### What is the age rating for Patchy Scan 3D?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Patchy Scan 3D updated?

The latest version, 1.5, was released on October 14, 2023, indicating that the app receives periodic updates.

### Does Patchy Scan 3D have ads?

No, Patchy Scan 3D does not contain advertisements. It is free to download and use.

### What export formats does Patchy Scan 3D support?

The app allows you to export your 3D scan results as .Obj models, which include textures.

### What are the performance requirements for Patchy Scan 3D?

Patchy Scan 3D performs best in good lighting conditions and on newer devices for optimal AR tracking and mesh generation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2023-10-14

Resolved issue with material names in exported files.

### 1.4 — 2021-12-20

Bug fix related to disabled camera permission.

### 1.3 — 2021-12-08

A small issue related to the material order when exporting Obj files has been resolved.
+ added a feature to use planes instead of meshes.

### 1.2 — 2021-12-07

Added fade-in to adding new scans for improved UX.

### 1.1 — 2021-12-03

Migrated the application from Unity to native iOS/Swift. UI has changed slightly but features are the same.

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All apps by niels jansson: https://appshunter.io/developer/1092867441

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