# Threedi vs AR TextFX

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Threedi at 72% against AR TextFX's 32%. Threedi also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). AR TextFX's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.9) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Threedi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AR TextFX sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AR TextFX holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AR TextFX has 167 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Threedi's written reviews are positive against 32% of AR TextFX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Threedi ships an update every 4 weeks, AR TextFX every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Threedi | AR TextFX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threedi-3d-text-maker/id1023494850/reviews) | **[4.4 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-textfx/id1281628517/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **167** |
| Positive reviews | **72.2% of reviews** | 32.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 45 MB | 101 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jeongun Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1023494849) | [Mintah Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1436916050) |

## What reviewers say

### Threedi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threedi-3d-text-maker/id1023494850)

Add realistic 3D text to your photos with a variety of templates and customization options. Easily manipulate text and lighting in 3D space to create unique visual effects for social media sharing.

**Highlights:** 10 3D text templates, Free rotation of text and characters in 3D, Four light types with adjustable direction and distance, Photo reflection in typography, Coloring for individual characters and faces, Masking and exposure controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Threedi Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


### AR TextFX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-textfx/id1281628517)

Create dynamic 3D text messages and place them in your real-world environment using augmented reality. Apply cool visual effects like fire or ice, and animate your text before sharing with friends.

**Highlights:** Augmented Reality text placement, 3D text effects (fire, ice, hearts), Text animation, Precision text control, Multiple fonts and colors, Shareable AR creations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Popup Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Threedi free?

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

### Is AR TextFX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Threedi or AR TextFX?

AR TextFX is rated higher. Threedi averages 3.9 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while AR TextFX averages 4.4 from 167 ratings.

### Do Threedi or AR TextFX have ads?

Neither Threedi nor AR TextFX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Threedi or AR TextFX?

Threedi ships an update every 4 weeks, and AR TextFX every 3 months. Most recently, Threedi was updated on November 6, 2026 and AR TextFX on November 3, 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.*