# 3D Model Viewer vs OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 3D Model Viewer at 59% against OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer's 13%. 3D Model Viewer also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (328 vs 3). OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Model Viewer sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

3D Model Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Model Viewer has 328 ratings behind it against 3, 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 13% of OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer's.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Model Viewer | OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (328 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-model-viewer-ar-view/id1105242878/reviews)** | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obj-and-mtl-simple-viewer/id6469348754/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **328** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **59.2% of reviews** | 12.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [健 钟](https://appshunter.io/developer/1051588602) | [Victor Bovio](https://appshunter.io/developer/327627515) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D Model Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-model-viewer-ar-view/id1105242878)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Model & Screenshot Output | $1.99 | one-time |
| Background from Album | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large File Model | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Features | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for viewing 3D models
- 🚀 Fast model loading
- 🔒 Supports many file formats

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and errors
- 💸 Intrusive ads and paywalls
- 🤯 Difficult to use interface
- 🚫 Cannot open large files without paying

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to delete models
- Cannot open .3mf and .glb files
- Texture and shading issues with some models

**Requested features**

- Add support for more 3D file formats
- Improve model rendering quality
- Implement better file management options
- Provide more customization and control over model view


### OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obj-and-mtl-simple-viewer/id6469348754)

Easily view and export 3D OBJ files with this application. It supports OBJ, MTL, and texture files, and allows for intuitive manipulation like rotating, panning, and zooming. Gain insights into your models with detailed information and customize rendering options for a better viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Load OBJ, MTL, and texture files, Load from ZIP files, Rotate, pan, and zoom 3D models, Orthogonal and perspective viewing modes, View model info (mesh, material, texture count), Customizable rendering options (faces, edges, points), Clipping plane for interior viewing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Export to STL, DXF | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Model Viewer free?

3D Model Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer free?

OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 3D Model Viewer or OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer?

3D Model Viewer is rated higher. 3D Model Viewer averages 4.2 out of 5 from 328 ratings, while OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do 3D Model Viewer or OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer have ads?

Both 3D Model Viewer and OBJ & MTL Simple Viewer show ads.

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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.*