Comparison

JigSpace vs Mockup

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

Head to head
About

JigSpace

Create and share interactive 3D presentations with augmented reality capabilities. Easily import your own 3D models or use provided assets to build engaging visual content. Share your creations via links, QR codes, or embed them on websites.

Highlights
  • Create 3D presentations (Jigs)
  • View in augmented reality (AR)
  • Import 3D models and CAD files
  • Add animations, effects, and interactive labels
  • Record audio or text instructions
  • Share via link, QR code, or embed
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** World's highest rated AR app ** ** Featured in Apple's iPhone 12 launch keynote ** ** Featured by Apple on the App Store in 24 countries ** Create and share stunning 3D presentations in minutes and view them in augmented reality instantly. JigSpace is nothing like the complicated 3D software you’re probably used to, and is the only AR App that lets you create and share 3D presentations straight from your device. With more than 5M downloads, people all over the world use JigSpace to share knowledge and present ideas in stunning 3D or augmented reality (AR) presentations. WITH THE JIGSPACE APP YOU CAN: Create and view 3D presentations (we call them Jigs!) in augmented reality on your device. Upload your own 3D models or CAD files, textures, images, videos, and audio files. Bring to life with animations, effects, exploded views, and interactive labels. Make your content interactive with actions, linking to content or web URLs. Access a free library of 3D objects, materials, and templates to get started quickly. Record audio or text instructions for your step-by-step 3D presentations. Content synchronizes across devices, so you can continue editing on your desktop device. Share your Jigs with the world using a shareable link, QR code, or embed in your websites via iframe. --- MAKE THE HARD-TO-EXPLAIN, HARD-TO-FORGET WITH JIGSPACE Join leading companies in Formula 1, biotechnology, robotics, advanced manufacturing, and more who are using JigSpace for technical sales demonstrations, product launches, 3D instructions, and engaging training material. “With JigSpace we’ve been able to shorten our sales cycle from 6 months to 6 weeks.” - Mathew Keegan - Director of Applications Engineering, Automata “JigSpace is just so useful for communicating the revolutionary design and beauty of our car, in an immediately accessible way.” - Stefano Battiston, Head of Marketing, Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake YOUR JIGSPACE ACCOUNT WORKS ACROSS IPAD, IPHONE, DESKTOP and WEB. DESKTOP APP - Exclusive creator tools include adding interactive actions to your objects, object list view, custom materials and textures, precise transformation, and content analytics. IMPORT 3D FILES - Import SolidWorks CAD files, STEP, STP, FBX, OBJ, and STL files. TEMPLATES - Try one of our 3D presentation templates to bring your 3D files to life, or make your own for your team to use. ADD MEDIA - Add images, video, text-boxes, audio, and 3D effects to your presentations. TEAMS - Invite your colleagues to your team to edit files, view private files or offline, share a common 3D object library and templates. SHARE & EMBED - A single web link or QR code opens your Jig on all mobile devices, web browsers, and in the JigSpace apps. Embed Jigs you make on websites via iframe, or add a QR code to your digital documents or printed material. “JigSpace makes not only a visual impact but also movement. Doing something where you stand up and look at it helps it click in a different way.” - Maddison, Digital Media Architect, Abbott “We love JigSpace because it allows us to utilize existing 3D data efficiently to tell a specific story at ALL project stages, adding value and providing an easily accessible tool for customers.” - Craig Hooper, People and Innovation Manager at DTCo “People's eyes light up when they realize they don’t have to sift through pdfs to understand a creative concept. People can control their own experience through interactive presentation rather than just being shown it, they are delighted to be able to immerse themselves into the Jig.” - Matt, President of Slate Custom Design JigSpace terms of service: https://www.jig.com/terms-and-conditions

About

Mockup

Create app and website designs with sketching, wireframing, and prototyping tools. Utilize a flexible canvas with reusable UI elements and interactive prototypes. Export designs in high-quality formats and collaborate with others.

Highlights
  • Sketching with Apple Pencil
  • Wireframing with UI elements
  • Interactive prototyping
  • Device frames and grids
  • SF Symbols integration
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Cross-device syncing
Features
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Mockup helps you sketch, wireframe, and prototype apps and websites across iPad, iPhone, and Mac. Built specifically for UI/UX design and Apple Pencil, Mockup combines a flexible canvas with reusable UI elements and interactive prototypes in one seamless workflow. Featured by Apple and recognized as App of the Day, Mockup is trusted by 500,000+ designers, developers, and product teams worldwide to sketch and wireframe interfaces faster. Design interfaces for mobile, tablet, desktop, watch, TV, and the web. - Sketch naturally with Apple Pencil using versatile drawing tools and a complete color palette. - Work with 45+ device frames in portrait and landscape. - Draw perfect shapes with Shape Detection and Snap to Grid for cleaner layouts. - Write and edit text directly on the canvas using Scribble. - Customize grids, frames, and backgrounds to match your workflow. Build Better Wireframes - Use ready-to-use UI elements or create, save, and reuse your own custom element sets. - Add text, images, shapes, and over 4,000 SF Symbols. - Save reusable text styles for a consistent design system. - Drag and drop text or images directly from other apps. Prototype User Flows - Connect screens to create interactive flows. - Preview prototypes in full-screen mode. - Validate navigation and user experience before development. Export, Share & Continue Anywhere - Export high-quality PDF and PNG files. - Share Mockup files with other users. - Collaborate in real time using SharePlay. - Sync sketches and projects across iPad, iPhone, and Mac with iCloud. - Access recent sketches and preview your work from Home Screen widgets. Optimized for Apple Pencil & iPad - Use Apple Pencil Hover to preview and switch drawing tools with greater precision and control. - Use Apple Pencil Pro squeeze to access canvas controls, adjust tools, select objects, or undo and redo actions. - Enjoy a desktop-class experience with external keyboard and trackpad support. - Work across multiple windows for greater productivity. Start creating for free with unlimited sketches and projects, or unlock the complete Mockup experience with Mockup Studio. Mockup Studio includes: - All device frames - Interactive prototypes - Unlimited custom element sets - Exclusive UI elements - Shape Detection - 4,000+ customizable SF Symbols - Watermark-free PDF export - PNG export - Nested projects - Priority support Terms of Service: https://apprime.studio/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://apprime.studio/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

JigSpace4 screens
Mockup4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: JigSpace at 85% against Mockup's 44%. JigSpace also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mockup sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. JigSpace asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

JigSpace holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JigSpace has 8.5K ratings behind it against 581, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of JigSpace's written reviews are positive against 44% of Mockup's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JigSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, Mockup fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
JigSpace versus Mockup: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJigSpaceMockup
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8.5K ratings) — better4.4 (581 ratings)
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings8.5K — better581
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.615 — better
Further details — not scored
Size396 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJigSpace Inc.Apprime Studio sarl

Customer experience

JigSpace

All ratings8,451 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews392 reviews
Positive84.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative11.2%

Mockup

All ratings575 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral4.9%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews232 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral16.4%
Negative39.2%

User reviews

JigSpace

From 8.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Engaging and interactive learning
  • 🔍 Detailed 3D models and visualizations
  • 📚 Informative and educational content
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited access to advanced features
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
  • 🔍 Lack of in-depth information for some topics
  • 📱 Compatibility issues on older devices

Mockup

From 581 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast sketching and ideation
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 💡 Useful for UX/UI designers
  • 🚀 Convenient for iPad and Mac
  • 👍 Good for quick mockups

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Limited free features, expensive subscription
  • 👎 Difficult to use without Apple Pencil
  • 👎 Lacks basic functionality like resizing, layering
  • 👎 Syncing issues between devices

Bugs and requests

JigSpace

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Camera not working on some devices
  • Difficulty finding flat surfaces to display jigs

Requested features

4 requests
  • More jigs and content across various topics
  • Ability to create and share custom jigs
  • Improved AR tracking and positioning
  • Vertical rotation and navigation of 3D models

Mockup

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when selecting colors
  • Deleted sketches not recoverable
  • Exported files not displaying correctly
  • Inability to open saved projects

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add copy/paste functionality
  • Improve shape detection and drawing tools
  • Allow more customization of elements
  • Implement landscape mode support
  • Provide better onboarding and tutorials

In-app purchases

None

JigSpace

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Mockup

Subscriptions4
  • Mockup Studio$6.997 Days
  • Mockup Studio$9.991 Month
  • Mockup Studio7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Mockup Studio$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Mockup Studio Lifetime$119.99

Questions

Is JigSpace free?
JigSpace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mockup free?
Mockup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, JigSpace or Mockup?
JigSpace is rated higher. JigSpace averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8.5K ratings, while Mockup averages 4.4 from 581 ratings.
Do JigSpace or Mockup have ads?
Mockup shows ads; JigSpace does not.
Which is updated more often, JigSpace or Mockup?
JigSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mockup fortnightly. Most recently, JigSpace was updated on November 4, 2026 and Mockup on November 3, 2026.

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