Lab Monkey vs A3d Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lab Monkey
This application provides a large, "long view" display of QLab cues for users. It requires QLab to be open and on the same WiFi network. It is developed by Audio Ape Inc., known for professional remote control systems.
- Large "long view" cue display
- QLab integration
- Same WiFi network required
- Remote control system compatibility
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This app Lab Monkey will give QLab users a large display or “long view” of their QLab cues. You will need the application QLab open, and on the same WiFi network as this app. “Lab Monkey” is owned by Audio Ape Inc. We are the makers of professional remote control systems for iOS and all USB equipped computers. Learn more about Audio Ape Remotes by clicking the link at the bottom. (QLab and Figure53 are registered trademarks of Figure53, LLC. Seller of this application is not affiliated with Figure53, LLC)
A3d Scanner
Easily create detailed 3D models of your space using augmented reality. Map walls, doors, windows, and floor plans to generate a model that can be sent directly to compatible lighting control systems or saved for other uses.
- Augmented reality 3D modeling
- Map walls, doors, and windows
- Generate full floor plans
- Proscenium mapping tools
- Send models to Eos Family consoles
- Save models as .glb files
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With the Augment3d Scanner app, a comprehensive 3D model of your space is just a few touches away. Built for use with the Eos Family line of lighting control systems, A3d Scanner leverages the augmented reality tools included in your device, saving you time building your 3D space. Once installed, explore the easy-to-use tools to map your space - including walls, doors, windows, a full floor plan, and even proscenium tools. When you complete your plan, the Scanner app builds a model right on your device, allowing you to send it via a wifi connection to any Eos Family console running Augment3d, or save a .glb copy for later import or use in other software. Eos v3.2.0 or higher is required.
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Verdict
Lab Monkey and A3d Scanner both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Lab Monkey's written reviews are positive against 0% of A3d Scanner's. Lab Monkey also leads on price (Free vs $24.99) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On rating, ads, in-app purchases 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
Lab Monkey is free to download; A3d Scanner costs $24.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Lab Monkey against 5.0 for A3d Scanner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lab Monkey has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Lab Monkey's written reviews are positive against 0% of A3d Scanner's.
Lab Monkey ships an update every 2 months, A3d Scanner every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lab Monkey | A3d Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $24.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (13 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 90.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Charles Peachock | Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc. |
Customer experience
Lab Monkey
A3d Scanner
In-app purchases
Lab Monkey
No in-app purchases
A3d Scanner
No in-app purchases
