# Voxel

> 3D pixel art and animation editor for creating block-based models. (iPhone/iPad app by Flat Black Films.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voxel/id333186489 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Flat Black Films](https://appshunter.io/developer/300244541)
- Category: Entertainment, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 125 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voxel/id333186489/reviews.md

## What is Voxel?

Voxel is the original App Store 3D pixel editor!  It's like Minecraft without all the mining.  Use it to create simple sculptures, 3D icons, game-levels, or just to doodle with blocks. 
Voxel is easy enough for kids to enjoy, but it is also designed for creative adults.  Advanced users will appreciate Voxel's layering and advanced keyframe animation tools.  Upload your models to the online  gallery! 

Simply tap in empty space to create the first block.  From there you can attach new blocks to it by tapping any face.  Or, toggle the grid guide to put blocks exactly where you want them.  A color palette lets you change colors.  Drag your finger on the selected block to rotate your view.  Use a two-finger-swipe to rotate the view as well.  Use the familiar two-finger pinch motion to zoom in or out -- or just hold your finger in one spot.

Now make models for use with Minecraft -- Voxel now imports/exports .binvox format!  

Check out the stop motion made by printing 8 frames of a voxel animation:
http://www.flatblackfilms.com/Voxel

## Key features

- 3D pixel art creation
- Layering tools
- Keyframe animation
- Block-based modeling
- Model export (.binvox)
- Online gallery upload

## What do users think of Voxel?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🎨 Creative 3D voxel modeling tool
- 🚀 Smooth performance and fluid animations
- 💡 Unique pixel art in 3D concept
- 📤 Multiple export options (OBJ, Blender compatible)
- 🎮 Fun and engaging for creative users
- ⚙️ Frequent updates and improvements
- 🆓 Free or low-cost entry point
- 🎯 Great for prototyping and design ideas
- 🧩 Similar to Minecraft/LEGO building experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Unstable camera/view controls
- 🐛 Frequent crashes with large projects
- 😤 Touchy and finicky touch controls
- 🎯 Difficult navigation and object manipulation
- 💰 Expensive 3D printing service costs
- 🎨 Limited color customization options
- 📱 Performance issues on older devices
- 🔄 Auto-rotation/gyro features cause frustration
- ⚠️ Misleading free/paid version labeling
- 🐛 Blocks jiggle and shift unexpectedly
- 📤 Export doesn't preserve color information
- 💾 Limited cloud storage/iCloud support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Camera view constantly changes during building
- Crashes when upscaling/increasing resolution
- Crashes with large projects (1000+ blocks)
- Blocks appear in unintended locations
- Apple Pencil doesn't work well for block placement
- Export only shows half of design
- App freezes when saving large files
- Double-tapping causes freezing/crashing
- Buttons unresponsive or non-functional
- App crashes on startup/splash screen
- Registration mechanism broken for online features
- Blocks don't appear after drawing
- Full-screen display issues on iPhone 5
- Gyro/tilt controls make app unusable

**Most requested features**

- Disable auto-camera rotation/gyro controls
- Touch-based rotation instead of tilt controls
- Custom color creation wheel
- Symmetry and shape tools
- Fill/paint bucket tool for faster building
- Line drawing tool
- Ability to move/transform multiple blocks at once
- Cloud save support (iCloud/Dropbox)
- Smooth shading and shadow rendering
- Glow and transparency effects
- Recording/animation export (GIF/video)
- Compass sensor support for view rotation
- Larger canvas/grid support
- Screenshot/screen grab function
- Isometric view options
- Improved help/tutorial system
- Community commenting on shared creations
- Roto shop hand animation tool release
- City design tools

## Recent user reviews (10 of 125)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voxel/id333186489/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I played Minecraft before when I was six

*2025-06-18*

I played Minecraft when I was six in Minecraft it was really fun Plus make structure is not very good

### 5/5 — Lots of fun! Thanks for updates

*2022-12-03*

A classic editor for creating VoxelArt = three dimensional pixels Now it does include animation which is great.
speaking of Animation, we still wish they would release a public version of “Roto shop”! The hand animation program from “Waking Life” etc.

### 4/5 — Very capable simple voxel editor

*2022-06-06*

This is especially good for a free app. I highly suggest going into settings and switching off the auto camera and gyro/accelerometer stuff (the stuff that makes it tilt when you tilt your tablet). All the auto reframing it does by default is a little tricky to work with. It just moves too much. But if you turn that off, much easier to use.

It also has options to turn off the sound effects if you get annoyed with the “plonk, plonk, plonk” noise for every added block. 

With a little tweaking of settings, very good voxel editor. 

Also, its huge that this includes so many export options, like obj, so you can move it to something like blender to work with more, or print your work.

### 4/5 — Great Concept, lots of potential!!!

*2017-01-25*

Just got into voxel creating, found this app and its much better then the others out there... 

Problems I have run into are:

touchy controls, you can move with your stylus but sometimes you will put a block in the middle of nowhere. 

Apple Pencil doesn't work to well when it comes to adding blocks. 

Crashes when you up res something from 1 block to 4 block and so on. Crashes and runs really slow when I had a huge creation that I up scaled to add more detail. I'm on a iPad Pro 9.7 and it had issues with this. 

Exporting to voxel app on MAC or PC didn't export the whole design, it only exported half, not to sure if that was user error or what... 

Exporting objects works great cause you can use them for assets in games and so on.  Doesn't export in colour though which is sort of a minus. 

Lots of potential for this slightly expensive app, but it was worth it if you use it with patience... 

4 of 5 starts because it still needs work, but I like what it currently has to offer.

### 5/5 — Fun, Useful

*2014-01-30, version 1.7.9*

This app is lots of fun. Responsive, intuitive interface is easy to learn. It lets me quickly mock up ideas that need 3-D representation.

### 1/5 — Just BAD

*2013-03-31*

This is such a rip off I built a helicopter and on the smallest safe size it was 20$ and 50$ SHIPPING!! Do not buy this it will rip you off!!!!

### 1/5 — iPhone5

*2013-02-12*

立ち上がりません
お金返して

### 4/5 — Voxel ha ha

*2012-12-16*

;-)

### 1/5 — Does not work full screen on iPhone 5

*2012-12-16, version 1.7.5*

Does not work full screen on iPhone 5

### 1/5 — Great

*2012-12-15, version 1.7.5*

Still lots of room for improvement. Especially UI, and storage(no iCloud support and dropbox is limited). I seen this app grow since i bought so i am sure this will be settle with future updates, or even a sequel which i'll gladly pay for. Thanks Bob cant wait to see whats to come.

## Frequently asked questions about Voxel

### What can I create with this app?

You can create a variety of 3D models, including simple sculptures, 3D icons, game levels, or simply doodle with blocks. The app is versatile enough for both artistic expression and functional design.

### How do I use the block editor?

Tap in empty space to create your first block. Attach new blocks by tapping any face of an existing block. You can also use the grid guide for precise placement. Color palettes are available to change block colors, and intuitive gestures are used for rotating and zooming.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a completely free experience for all users.

### Can I use my creations in other applications like Minecraft?

Yes, the app supports importing and exporting models in the .binvox format, which allows you to use your Voxel creations with applications like Minecraft. This feature bridges the gap between creating in Voxel and using your models elsewhere.

### What advanced features are available?

For more experienced users, the app offers advanced features such as layering tools, which help organize complex models, and keyframe animation tools for bringing your creations to life. These tools enable more sophisticated projects.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.7 — 2022-07-09

updated dropbox authorization call for latest SDK support

### 1.9.6 — 2022-07-03

update to latest Dropbox SDK

### 1.9.5 — 2022-02-20

keeping the dream alive

### 1.9.4 — 2019-01-03

- fixed bug that caused blocks to be drawn when tapping controls

### 1.9.2 — 2017-05-08

-- fixed Dropbox import bug and OBJ export bug
-- added Top/Front/Side/Last camera view buttons

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