# iVe vs PIX4Dcatch

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iVe at none against PIX4Dcatch's 1. iVe also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). PIX4Dcatch's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and ratings volume (262 vs 11). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PIX4Dcatch sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $159.00 per month. iVe asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for iVe against 4.7 for PIX4Dcatch. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PIX4Dcatch has 262 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of iVe's written reviews are positive against 33% of PIX4Dcatch's.

iVe ships an update every 6 weeks, PIX4Dcatch fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iVe | PIX4Dcatch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ive-mobile/id1318716827/reviews) | **[4.7 (262 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **262** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **32.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 122 MB | 320 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Berla Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1318716826) | [Pix4D](https://appshunter.io/developer/952725638) |

## What reviewers say

### iVe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ive-mobile/id1318716827)

This app helps investigators identify vehicle systems and acquire data for forensic analysis. It provides step-by-step guides and allows secure data sharing for collaboration.

**Highlights:** Identify vehicle systems, Acquire data forensically, View system identification guides, Step-by-step removal walkthroughs, Securely share acquired data, Conduct analysis on the go

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### PIX4Dcatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044)

Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Capture images and LiDAR data to create accurate 3D models for professional use. Visualize, measure, and share your creations in AR.

**Highlights:** 3D model creation from images and LiDAR, RTK device compatibility for centimeter accuracy, Live feedback during capture, Augmented reality (AR) model visualization, Cloud processing and desktop export options, Measurement and geolocation capabilities

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PIX4Dcatch Professional | $159.00 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great idea for photogrammetry
- 🚀 Works well for professional use
- 👍 Consistently gets survey grade results
- 👍 Useful as an additional survey tool
- 👍 Amazing, game changer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Very expensive subscription
- 💰 High monthly subscription cost
- 💰 Way too expensive for small objects
- 💰 Unclear cost structure
- 💰 Credits add up unexpectedly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or shows SDK error with Emlid RX
- Upload doesn't work for Dropbox or OneDrive
- Mesh doesn't display like past versions
- Cannot build an accurate model
- App locks out

**Requested features**

- Make it possible to work with any GNSS through NMEA Protocol
- Export GCP's in GPS coordinates as well
- Add instructions or tips
- Allow export to local device instead of cloud
- Allow export of images to PC for free


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iVe free?

iVe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PIX4Dcatch free?

PIX4Dcatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iVe or PIX4Dcatch?

PIX4Dcatch is rated higher. iVe averages 4.6 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while PIX4Dcatch averages 4.7 from 262 ratings.

### Do iVe or PIX4Dcatch have ads?

Neither iVe nor PIX4Dcatch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iVe or PIX4Dcatch?

iVe ships an update every 6 weeks, and PIX4Dcatch fortnightly. Most recently, iVe was updated on June 5, 2026 and PIX4Dcatch on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*