3D Model Viewer vs Face Scan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3D Model Viewer
View and interact with various 3D model formats in both AR and 3D modes. This intuitive tool supports local and cloud documents, custom backgrounds, and shadow casting. Easily import models via multiple methods and share your creations.
- AR and 3D viewing modes
- Supports numerous 3D file formats
- Local and cloud document integration
- Customizable backgrounds and shadows
- Model information display (size, volume, etc.)
- Multiple import and sharing options
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An advanced 3D model viewer for viewing all kinds of 3D models. Featuring AR viewing, custom rotation pivot and exploded assembly view. Preview mesh models including OBJ, STL, STP, DAE, PLY and Blend, supporting rendering, animation playback, 3D printing and model data inspection. Features 1. Support AR and 3D viewing modes. 2. Customizable background and environment lighting. 3. Animation preview for GLB, GLTF, FBX and more formats. 4. Real-time shadow casting. 5. Local & cloud document management (iCloud, DropBox, etc.). 6. Set custom rotation pivot point for model viewing. 7. Exploded view function to separate assembly parts. 8. Wide format support: STP, STEP, BERP, IGES, 3DS, OBJ, GLB, GLTF, STL, SLC, 3MF, PLY, OFF, DAE, Blend, FBX, USDZ, MD2, MD3, MD5, MDL, MS3D, DXF, X Read packaged archives containing models, MTL files and textures: ZIP, RAR. 9. Multiple import ways: iTunes File Sharing, AirDrop, iCloud, email attachments, web download. 10. File sharing via AirDrop or Email. 11. Capture, share and save screenshots. 12. Auto rotation and full-screen viewing mode. 13. Display model metrics: dimensions, volume, surface area, vertex count and triangle count. 14. Folder management in the file browser. If you have any suggestions or questions, please email belighten@gmail.com. Thank you for your support!
Face Scan
Capture approximate 3D scans of human faces using your device's True-Depth camera. The app records texture projections and blendshape values, exporting them in ASCII .FBX format. It prioritizes user privacy by not collecting any data.
- Approximate human face scans
- 50 FACS based blendshapes
- Texture projections capture
- Active blendshape values
- ASCII .FBX export
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This app requires a device with a True-Depth front face camera. Features: * Capture approximate scans of human faces. * Scans include 50 FACS based blendshapes. * Capture multiple texture projections & the active blendshape values. * Export as ASCII .FBX Free to try: Example exports are available on the website. Privacy : this app does not collect any users data or true-depth camera data. Please visit the website for more information and tutorials.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: 3D Model Viewer at 4.2 against Face Scan's 2.8. 3D Model Viewer also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 22%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Face Scan's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
Both are free to download. 3D Model Viewer sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Face Scan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
3D Model Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Model Viewer has 328 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of 3D Model Viewer's written reviews are positive against 22% of Face Scan's.
3D Model Viewer ships an update every 3 weeks, Face Scan every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3D Model Viewer | Face Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (328 ratings) — better | 2.8 (13 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 59.2% of reviews — better | 22.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 328 — better | 13 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 健 钟 | niels jansson |
Customer experience
3D Model Viewer
Face Scan
Bugs and requests
3D Model Viewer
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes when trying to delete models
- Cannot open .3mf and .glb files
- Texture and shading issues with some models
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for more 3D file formats
- Improve model rendering quality
- Implement better file management options
- Provide more customization and control over model view
Face Scan
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
3D Model Viewer
- Remove Ads$1.99
- Model & Screenshot Output$1.99
- Background from Album$1.99
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- Large File Model$1.99
- All Features$5.99
Face Scan
- Permanently Unlock FBX Export$8.99
Questions
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