Comparison

Demo3D vs DeviceTools

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Demo3D

View 3D animations of material handling solutions and equipment. Communicate proposals, aid customer training, and explore system behavior from an operator's perspective. Supports various file formats and offline playback.

Highlights
  • Playback .raw3d animation files
  • View .raw3d static files
  • Stereo 3D viewing with Google Cardboard
  • Open files from web, cloud, email, and other apps
  • Offline playback support
  • Play/Pause and skip to time points
  • Accelerometer-controlled view
Features
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Demo3D animation viewer from Emulate3D. View animations of material handling solutions and equipment. Communicate proposals with your customers in new and exciting ways. Help with training by showing animations of system behaviour from the operator's view point. The app is completely free for you and your users to enjoy. Features: • Playback any .raw3d animation file from Demo3D • View any .raw3d static file from Demo3D or SOLIDWORKS® (using the Demo3D plugin) • View animations in stereo 3D using any Google Cardboard headset • Open .raw3d files from web pages • Open .raw3d files from cloud services (DropBox, OneDrive, Google Drive, etc.) • Open .raw3d files from email attachments • Open .raw3d files from other apps • Store files locally on device for offline playback • Play/Pause or skip to any time point • Enable/Disable accelerometer to allow view to be changed by orienting the device • Support for filenames in any language (Japanese, Chinese, etc.) • Online samples downloadable from within app • Offline sample animation included The app is universal and will work on iPhone and iPad. The Google Cardboard viewer fits the iPhone 6/6S best. You may be prompted to select your Google Cardboard Viewer on startup by scanning the QR code on the Viewer. If you don't have viewer or you are running on an iPad you can skip this step. Requires a license of Layout3D, Demo3D, Sim3D, or Emulate3D Controls Testing, in order to generate animations or layouts in .raw3d format. Please contact info@demo3d.com for license information and sales. Thanks for downloading the Demo3D App from all at Emulate3D Ltd.

About

DeviceTools

Streamline the setup and maintenance of industrial I/O modules. Quickly configure devices, troubleshoot issues with AI assistance, and manage product warranties directly from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • NFC tap configuration
  • AI-assisted troubleshooting
  • One-tap IP auto-increment
  • Warranty verification and registration
  • Device status at-a-glance
  • Product information access
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Save Time. Set Up Faster. Simplify Configuration and Troubleshooting. DeviceTools™ mobile app helps minimize manual configuration of your Allen-Bradley PointMax™ I/O modules via NFC tap, helping you accelerate startup and reduce downtime. With a mobile-first experience, DeviceTools™ becomes your go-to troubleshooting companion built to simplify the everyday, on-the-go tasks. Get reliable, clear, actionable insights to help resolve issues quickly and keep your operations running smoothly. Your device status at-a-glance: Scan with NFC to open the details screen—product information, installed modules and network configuration in one place. One-tap IP auto-increment: Reduce the time-consuming task of setting multiple IP addresses. Simply tap to connect and set device IP addresses using Near Field Communication (NFC). Deploy any number of modules fast and consistently—all while the product is still in the box. One-tap to extend your warranty: Easily verify and register your Allen-Bradley® products—right in the app. Enjoy peace of mind with fast product authentication and unlock extended warranty on eligible items when you register. AI-Assisted Chat: Get answers to your questions faster with an in-app tool trained on Allen-Bradley® devices. Products Supported: Allen-Bradley PointMax™ I/O Modules by Rockwell Automation

Screenshots

Demo3D1 screens
DeviceTools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DeviceTools at 4.8 against Demo3D's 3.9. DeviceTools also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). Demo3D's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DeviceTools holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 18 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Demo3D ships an update every 6 months, DeviceTools every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Demo3D versus DeviceTools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDemo3DDeviceTools
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (7 ratings)4.8 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings718 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB130 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmulate3D LtdRockwell Automation

Customer experience

Demo3D

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

DeviceTools

All ratings18 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Demo3D

No in-app purchases

None

DeviceTools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Demo3D free?
Demo3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DeviceTools free?
DeviceTools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Demo3D or DeviceTools?
DeviceTools is rated higher. Demo3D averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DeviceTools averages 4.8 from 18 ratings.
Do Demo3D or DeviceTools have ads?
Neither Demo3D nor DeviceTools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Demo3D or DeviceTools?
Demo3D ships an update every 6 months, and DeviceTools every 3 months. Most recently, Demo3D was updated on November 2, 2026 and DeviceTools on November 4, 2026.

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