Comparison

Visual Acupuncture 3D vs TriggerPoints3D

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

Head to head
About

Visual Acupuncture 3D

Explore acupuncture points and meridian pathways with an interactive 3D anatomy model. Study detailed descriptions, search for specific points, and test your knowledge with quizzes. Ideal for learning and reference.

Highlights
  • Interactive 3D anatomy model
  • Meridian pathway visualization
  • Acupuncture point location details
  • Textual descriptions for points and meridians
  • Search by point name, function, or indication
  • Quiz and testing features
  • Customizable display options
Features
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Study acupuncture visually and interactively. Get a good feel for the flow of meridian pathways and their (anatomical) point locations. Includes a complete interactive anatomy model (muscles, bones and organs), which can be interactively edited (hide, fade etc). Each acupuncture point, meridian (and anatomical model) contain full textual descriptions, which can be edited and saved. Contains extended searching options; search by acupuncture point name, by function or by indication. All acupuncture point groups are included, along with additional information about each point group. Display options allow to either show the anatomical model, only the skin, hide certain meridians etc. Quiz and test yourself on all included subjects; meridians, acupuncture points and anatomy (muscles, bones, organs). Co-created and checked by TotalHealth(totalhealth.eu) and acupuncture institute located in the Netherlands. Errors cannot always be prevented, if you notice anything, please let us know. Terms of use: https://visualacupuncture3d.app/app/policies/termsofuse.html Privacy policy: https://visualacupuncture3d.app/app/policies/privacypolicy.html

About

TriggerPoints3D

Explore detailed 3D anatomical models and pain maps to identify and understand trigger points. This advanced software offers interactive tutorials and videos for training and patient education. Email self-help advice and exercises directly to patients.

Highlights
  • Interactive 3D anatomy and trigger point model
  • Detailed 3D pain maps with zoom and rotate
  • Search by muscle, region, or symptom
  • Embedded teaching videos by Dr. Bob Gerwin
  • Email self-help advice and exercises to patients
  • Split-screen anatomy and pain map views
Features
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Looking for a 3D trigger point software? Advanced and powerful trigger point tools for therapists and practitioners, Triggerpoints3D is now the Gold Standard for training and teaching. Find the muscle behind the pain. - Search muscles. - Search symptoms. - Explore it all in glorious 3D. - Ask our AI - deep dive into the world of trigger points. TriggerPoints3D AI is the professional trigger point platform trusted by clinicians worldwide. Developed by Simeon Niel-Asher (Osteopath) and Dr Robert Gerwin (Neurologist), it combines interactive anatomy, trigger point pain maps and AI-powered clinical search to help practitioners identify trigger points quickly and confidently. Triggerpoints3D now offers over 400 videos from Dr Bob Gerwin embedded within the software. Now you can refresh your memory to locate the trigger point, learn the functional anatomy and watch how to perform ‘Gold Standard’ Deep Dry Needling (DDN) taught by the worlds leading professor with high definition professional videos. Features: - Fully Interactive and dynamic 3D Anatomy and trigger point model - Beautifully illustrated 3D Pain Maps, 360°, Zoom and Rotate - Search in 3D by click, by muscle name, by region and/or by trigger point symptom or by interactive 3D body map - Anatomy & Pain maps combined in split-screen views - NEW Ai search function - Gold Standard embedded teaching videos: functional anatomy, treatment, safety and dry needling videos for (almost) every muscle by Dr Bob Gerwin FAAN, MD - Gold standard Dry needling (IMS) for each muscle by Dr Bob Gerwin (Neurologist) - Email Self-help advice directly to your patient with stretches and exercises - Encyclopaedic information for muscle anatomy and trigger points Our software is designed for Doctors, Physical Therapists, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists and Bodywork professionals (including students). Pricing: TriggerPoints iOS app comes with 1 week of free-trial and after that you may purchase an auto-renewing subscription. • Auto-renewable subscription - Monthly Subscription: USD 8.99 - Yearly Subscription : USD 99.99 • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. References: https://penguinrandomhousehighereducation.com/book/?isbn=9781583948491 Disclaimer: The information provided in the self-help and advice section of this application is intended for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Before attempting any self-help techniques or following the advice provided, it is crucial to consult with a qualified healthcare professional or your doctor.

Screenshots

Visual Acupuncture 3D4 screens
TriggerPoints3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Visual Acupuncture 3D at 4.6 against TriggerPoints3D's 2.8. Visual Acupuncture 3D also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (76% vs 39%). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Visual Acupuncture 3D sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and TriggerPoints3D sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Visual Acupuncture 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Acupuncture 3D has 150 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Visual Acupuncture 3D's written reviews are positive against 39% of TriggerPoints3D's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Visual Acupuncture 3D ships an update every 2 months, TriggerPoints3D monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Visual Acupuncture 3D versus TriggerPoints3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisual Acupuncture 3DTriggerPoints3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (150 ratings) — better2.8 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews75.7% of reviews — better38.9% of reviews
Number of ratings150 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size243 MB330 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperGraphicVizionsimeon niel-asher

Customer experience

Visual Acupuncture 3D

All ratings150 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews107 reviews
Positive75.7%
Neutral8.4%
Negative15.9%

TriggerPoints3D

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive38.9%
Neutral16.7%
Negative44.4%

Bugs and requests

Visual Acupuncture 3D

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Nervous system toggle not displaying when enabled
  • Body model moves off-screen and doesn't anchor properly
  • Extraordinary points not visible on body model
  • Missing point descriptions (e.g., GB21)
  • Luo-connecting vessel information displays as NA despite being documented
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  • Gallbladder internal pathway not wrapping correctly
  • Support email not functioning
  • Lifetime purchase not fully restoring on account recovery

Requested features

12 requests
  • Female body model option
  • Bendable/movable joints, especially knees
  • More detailed circulatory system (arteries and veins)
  • More comprehensive nervous system display
  • English translations of point names
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  • Pinyin romanization for point names
  • Treatment plan recommendations
  • More muscle groups displayed
  • Chinese language support
  • Quiz options for selective learning (meridians only, partial display)
  • Text selection capability for translation
  • Cross-device purchase synchronization

TriggerPoints3D

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Visual Acupuncture 3D

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$34.991 Year
One-time6
  • Quiz$3.99
  • Point Groups$4.99
  • Extraordinary meridians$4.99
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  • Anatomy Systems$9.99
  • Primary Meridians$13.99
  • Full Version$49.99
12 purchases

TriggerPoints3D

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Subscription$7.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription Plan$7.991 Month
  • Monthly License Subscription$9.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription Plan$79.991 Year
  • Yearly License Subscription$99.991 Year
One-time6
  • Unlock Software$17.99
  • For ForeArm And Hand$36.99
  • For Spine And Torsoo$36.99
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  • For Leg And Foot$36.99
  • For LumboPelvis$36.99
  • For Hips And Thigh$36.99

Questions

Is Visual Acupuncture 3D free?
Visual Acupuncture 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TriggerPoints3D free?
TriggerPoints3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Visual Acupuncture 3D or TriggerPoints3D?
Visual Acupuncture 3D is rated higher. Visual Acupuncture 3D averages 4.6 out of 5 from 150 ratings, while TriggerPoints3D averages 2.8 from 9 ratings.
Do Visual Acupuncture 3D or TriggerPoints3D have ads?
Neither Visual Acupuncture 3D nor TriggerPoints3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Visual Acupuncture 3D or TriggerPoints3D?
Visual Acupuncture 3D ships an update every 2 months, and TriggerPoints3D monthly. Most recently, Visual Acupuncture 3D was updated on September 22, 2026 and TriggerPoints3D on September 21, 2026.

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