3 vs StantonOptical
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3
This app uses your device's FaceID sensor to create a precise 3D scan of your face. It then extracts your facial measurements to recommend perfectly tailored eyewear from a database of branded products, enhancing online and in-store shopping experiences.
- Accurate 3D face scanning
- Facial measurement extraction
- Personalized eyewear recommendations
- Integration with e-commerce
- Precise optical measurement for Rx lenses
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Please note: Device with FaceID required (iPhone XR and newer models, except the iPhone SE). Topology, the leading provider of augmented reality and optical measurements technology in the eyewear market, has re-imagined the way people shop for eyewear. Our 3-D Face Scan app unlocks the convenience and safety of online shopping with the professional guidance and precise optical measurements of the in-store experience. This is Topology's Touchless Optical Platform. Our groundbreaking process begins with an incredibly accurate 3D scan of your face, made possible by the amazing FaceID sensor embedded in compatible Apple devices. Our algorithms extract all your facial measurements, compare them against a growing database of branded eyewear products, and return the subset that are perfectly-tailored to you - viewable on the retailer's e-commerce website or on our retail iPad app and seamlessly integrated into the in-store shopping experience. Topology also uses your 3D scan to measure, with amazing precision, all necessary 3D optical measurements, enabling the delivery of even the most complicated and sophisticated of Rx lenses. For the first time, vision needs such as a strong Rx, high astigmatism, and/or progressive lenses are dispensed with unrivaled clarity.
StantonOptical
Easily book eye exams, find nearby stores, and shop for eyewear. Virtually try on frames, measure your pupillary distance, and manage your prescriptions and order history.
- Book eye exams
- Find nearby stores
- Shop eyewear
- Virtual try-on
- Guest checkout
- Manage prescriptions
- Measure pupillary distance
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Experience the smarter way to shop for eyewear with the Stanton Optical app. Whether you're shopping as a guest or logged in, enjoy easy access to everything you need for vision care. Key Features: 1. Book Eye Exams: Schedule in-store eye exams at your preferred Stanton Optical location. 2. Find Nearby Stores: Quickly locate Stanton Optical stores near you using GPS search. 3. Shop Eyewear: Browse and buy contact lenses, eyeglasses, and sunglasses with ease. 4.Virtual Try-On (VTO): Try on frames virtually—available to both guests and signed-in users. 5.Guest Checkout: No account needed to shop. Use Apple Pay or credit/debit cards for a smooth checkout experience. 6.Account Benefits: Sign in or create an account to: - Save and manage your prescriptions - View your order history - Track your eye exam bookings - Store shipping addresses for faster checkout - Favorite products for quick access - Update your profile anytime - Access exclusive discounts and personalized offers 7. PD Measurement: Easily measure your pupillary distance for accurate lens fitting. With Stanton Optical, shopping for eyewear is fast, flexible, and personalized. Get started today—whether you’re exploring as a guest or managing your vision care as a returning customer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: 3 at 40% against StantonOptical's 0%. 3 also leads on ratings volume (713 vs 97). StantonOptical's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
StantonOptical holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3 has 713 ratings behind it against 97, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 40% of 3's written reviews are positive against 0% of StantonOptical's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
3 ships an update monthly, StantonOptical every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3 | StantonOptical |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (713 ratings) | 4.9 (97 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 713 — better | 97 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Bespoke, Inc. | Now Optics, LLC |
Customer experience
3
StantonOptical
Bugs and requests
3
Reported bugs
4 issues- Email confirmation link does not work
- Facial scanning and video recording issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Zipcode and login issues in the app
Requested features
5 requests- Show frame dimensions for better fit
- Add more frame styles and color options
- Improve facial scanning and virtual try-on
- Provide order tracking and status updates
- Offer more affordable pricing options
StantonOptical
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
3
No in-app purchases
StantonOptical
No in-app purchases








