Comparison

Thinger vs 3D Printing Thingiverse Models

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

Head to head
About

Thinger

Discover and download over 600,000 free 3D print models from various online marketplaces. Curate your favorite designs, share lists, and find STL files for any 3D printer, from DIY setups to professional machines.

Highlights
  • Aggregated 3D models from across the web
  • Curate and share print lists
  • Re-discover favorite models
  • Download or send STL files
  • View model saves and likes
Features
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The Hottest Models for Your Lonely 3D Printer ;) Just unboxed a 3D printer? Wondering what to 3D print next? Thinger is the ultimate 3D model discovery app. Swipe through 600,000+ free 3D printing models from every major platform in one feed. Like Tinder, but for 3D printing. When you find a model you like, save it to a custom print list and download the STL file straight to your printer. No more jumping between Thingiverse, MakerWorld, Printables, and Cults3D. Thinger brings every source together: one swipe feed, zero tab hopping. EVERY MAJOR SOURCE IN ONE PLACE Thinger aggregates free STL files from the biggest 3D printing platforms on the web: * MakerWorld, Bambu Lab's platform and the fastest growing 3D community in 2026 * Thingiverse, the original maker community with millions of free 3D models * Printables, Prusa's platform of print tested free models * Cults3D, MyMiniFactory, Yeggi, GrabCAD, Thangs, YouMagine, Pinshape, CGTrader, Gambody, Creality Cloud, Smithsonian 3D, NIH 3D Print Exchange, and more sources added regularly WHAT MAKES THINGER DIFFERENT Thingiverse, MakerWorld, and Printables are search based: you need to know what you are looking for. Thinger is browse based. It solves the "what should I 3D print next?" problem. Swipe right to save, left to skip. Your print queue fills itself. This is the only 3D printing app built for discovery, not search. FEATURES * Swipe feed of 600,000+ free 3D printing models * Photo galleries on every model: real print photos, not just renders * Save to custom print lists, organized by project, material, or printer * Download STL files directly or send them to your desktop slicer * Search when you know what you want, browse when you do not * Save and like counts on every model, social proof before you commit filament * A faster feed that loads almost instantly Works with every printer: Bambu Lab X1C, X1E, P1S, P1P, A1, A1 Mini · Prusa MK4, MK3S+, XL, Mini+ · Creality Ender 3, Ender 3 V3, K1, K1 Max, Ender 5 Plus · Elegoo Neptune 4, Saturn 4 Ultra, Mars 4 · Anycubic Kobra 3, Kobra 2 Max, Photon Mono M5s · Flashforge Adventurer 5M, Creator 4, Guider 3 · Voron · RatRig · Artillery · Qidi · and every other FDM or resin 3D printer PERFECT FOR New printer owners who just unboxed their machine Tabletop gaming and DnD miniature printers Cosplay and prop makers Functional print enthusiasts — organizers, tools, mounts, parts Warhammer and miniature wargamers Educators using 3D printing in classrooms 137,000+ makers already use Thinger. Your printer is lonely. Fix that. Download now. Start printing. Terms of Use (EULA): https://thinger.rocks/terms.html

About

3D Printing Thingiverse Models

This app simplifies 3D printing by offering model discovery, a G-code viewer, a slicer, and remote printer control. It helps users prepare files, monitor prints, and even calculate costs for their projects.

Highlights
  • Model discovery from Thingiverse and Printables
  • STL and OBJ file viewing
  • G-code simulator
  • On-device 3D slicer
  • OctoPrint remote control
  • Cost calculator and PDF reports
Features
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Trusted by 100k+ users globally, 3D Printing by Techju makes the process simple and satisfying with GCode & Stl Viewer, Slicer, and OctoPrint support. Discover, slice, control, and print with our 3D printing app for iPhone. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just unboxing your first 3D printer, our app brings your entire workflow into one place—from discovering inspiration on Thingiverse to preparing your final G-code. Explore & Download Millions of Models Dive into a massive library of creative designs. With native integration for Thingiverse and Printables, you can browse trending models, view high-quality 3D renderings, and download STL or OBJ files directly to your device. Finding your next project has never been this easy. Powerful 3D Viewer & G-code Simulator Inspect every detail before you waste a single gram of filament. Our high-performance STL viewer lets you rotate and zoom into your models with ease. Want to be 100% sure? Use the G-code simulator to visualize the toolpath layer-by-layer and catch potential printing errors before they happen. Slicing Made Simple Leave your heavy desktop software behind. Our built-in 3D slicer allows you to prepare models for printing right from your phone or tablet. Adjust your settings, generate your G-code, and get your files ready for the printer in seconds. Remote Control with OctoPrint Turn your device into a mobile command center. With full OctoPrint support, you can monitor your 3D print in real-time, check temperatures, and manage your printer from anywhere in your home. It’s the ultimate way to stay connected to your machine. Turn Your Hobby into a Side Hustle • Cost Calculator: Precisely track filament usage and electricity costs. • PDF Reports: Export professional cost breakdowns to share with clients or friends. • Total Organization: Keep all your 3D printing models and files in one tidy place. TONS OF FREE FEATURES We believe 3D printing should be about joy and creativity, not hidden fees. That’s why our core features—from the slicer to the model downloader—are available to the community for FREE. Unlock your 3D printing potential. ► Download 3D Printing Thingiverse by techju today and start your next masterpiece with just a tap. Privacy Policy: https://3dprintingapp.xyz/privacy-policy-3d-printing-techju Term of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Thinger4 screens
3D Printing Thingiverse Models4 screens

Verdict

The call

Thinger and 3D Printing Thingiverse Models both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 33% of Thinger's written reviews are positive against 0% of 3D Printing Thingiverse Models's. Thinger also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 2). On price, rating, 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. Thinger sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and 3D Printing Thingiverse Models sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Thinger against 4.5 for 3D Printing Thingiverse Models. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thinger has 1.3K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Thinger's written reviews are positive against 0% of 3D Printing Thingiverse Models's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thinger ships an update every 5 days, 3D Printing Thingiverse Models every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Thinger versus 3D Printing Thingiverse Models: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThinger3D Printing Thingiverse Models
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.3K ratings) — better4.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB97 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperBen NovakZohaib Farooq

Customer experience

Thinger

All ratings1,290 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral4.2%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral15.2%
Negative51.4%

3D Printing Thingiverse Models

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Thinger

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Saved items disappearing or not loading
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to delete/move saved items between lists
  • Implement search and category features
  • Add option to view multiple items at once
  • Improve overall navigation and UI
  • Provide a more affordable ad-free option

3D Printing Thingiverse Models

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Thinger

Subscriptions3
  • מנוי חודשי$3.991 Month
  • Thinger Pro$5.991 Year
  • מנוי שנתי$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • גישה לכל החיים ללא מנוי$24.99
2 purchases

3D Printing Thingiverse Models

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Quarterly$7.993 Months

Questions

Is Thinger free?
Thinger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D Printing Thingiverse Models free?
3D Printing Thingiverse Models is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Thinger or 3D Printing Thingiverse Models?
Thinger is rated higher. Thinger averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while 3D Printing Thingiverse Models averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Thinger or 3D Printing Thingiverse Models have ads?
Both Thinger and 3D Printing Thingiverse Models show ads.
Which is updated more often, Thinger or 3D Printing Thingiverse Models?
Thinger ships an update every 5 days, and 3D Printing Thingiverse Models every 2 months. Most recently, Thinger was updated on November 11, 2026 and 3D Printing Thingiverse Models on November 5, 2026.

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