# ArcGIS AppStudio Player vs PIX4Dcatch

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ArcGIS AppStudio Player at 100% against PIX4Dcatch's 33%. ArcGIS AppStudio Player also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). PIX4Dcatch's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PIX4Dcatch sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $159.00 per month. ArcGIS AppStudio Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

PIX4Dcatch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PIX4Dcatch has 264 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of ArcGIS AppStudio Player's written reviews are positive against 33% of PIX4Dcatch's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ArcGIS AppStudio Player ships an update every 3 months, PIX4Dcatch every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ArcGIS AppStudio Player | PIX4Dcatch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-appstudio-player/id1018006050/reviews) | **[4.7 (264 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **264** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 32.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 174 MB | 239 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ESRI](https://appshunter.io/developer/379687933) | [Pix4D](https://appshunter.io/developer/952725638) |

## What reviewers say

### ArcGIS AppStudio Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-appstudio-player/id1018006050)

Instantly view and test mapping applications created with ArcGIS AppStudio. Sign in with your ArcGIS credentials to access and evaluate your own creations or those shared with you before distribution.

**Highlights:** View mapping applications, Test app creations, Sign in with ArcGIS credentials, Download shared applications, Evaluate before distribution

**In-app purchases:** none


### PIX4Dcatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044)

Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Capture images and LiDAR data to create accurate 3D models for professional use. Visualize, measure, and share your creations in AR.

**Highlights:** 3D model creation from images and LiDAR, RTK device compatibility for centimeter accuracy, Live feedback during capture, Augmented reality (AR) model visualization, Cloud processing and desktop export options, Measurement and geolocation capabilities

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PIX4Dcatch Professional | $159.00 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great idea for photogrammetry
- 🚀 Works well for professional use
- 👍 Consistently gets survey grade results
- 👍 Useful as an additional survey tool
- 👍 Amazing, game changer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Very expensive subscription
- 💰 High monthly subscription cost
- 💰 Way too expensive for small objects
- 💰 Unclear cost structure
- 💰 Credits add up unexpectedly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or shows SDK error with Emlid RX
- Upload doesn't work for Dropbox or OneDrive
- Mesh doesn't display like past versions
- Cannot build an accurate model
- App locks out

**Requested features**

- Make it possible to work with any GNSS through NMEA Protocol
- Export GCP's in GPS coordinates as well
- Add instructions or tips
- Allow export to local device instead of cloud
- Allow export of images to PC for free


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ArcGIS AppStudio Player free?

ArcGIS AppStudio Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PIX4Dcatch free?

PIX4Dcatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ArcGIS AppStudio Player or PIX4Dcatch?

PIX4Dcatch is rated higher. ArcGIS AppStudio Player averages 4.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while PIX4Dcatch averages 4.7 from 264 ratings.

### Do ArcGIS AppStudio Player or PIX4Dcatch have ads?

Neither ArcGIS AppStudio Player nor PIX4Dcatch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ArcGIS AppStudio Player or PIX4Dcatch?

ArcGIS AppStudio Player ships an update every 3 months, and PIX4Dcatch every 2 weeks. Most recently, ArcGIS AppStudio Player was updated on October 20, 2026 and PIX4Dcatch on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*