Comparison

Heges 3D Scanner vs Heartwitch

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

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About

Heges 3D Scanner

Capture 3D models of objects and environments using your device's advanced camera sensors. Export scans in various formats for further use in 3D modeling or augmented reality. Offers different scanning modes and precision settings for optimal results.

Highlights
  • 3D scanning with FaceID/LiDAR
  • Export to STL, OBJ, PLY, USDZ, GLB
  • Share via Wi-Fi server
  • Augmented Reality viewing
  • Night vision scanning mode
  • Adjustable scanning precision
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Create 3D scans using the 3D camera (FaceID or LiDAR) of your iPhone 18, 17, 16, 15, 14, 13, 12, 11, XS, XR, X (and all their Pro/Max/Plus/Air variants) or iPad Pro! Export scans into STL, PLY, OBJ, USDZ, GLB (glTF), share them and more. On older devices, you can use the ordinary camera mode or the Screen Sharing feature. This app is *PAID* up-front. Why is it free-to-download? To protect people with unsupported devices from buying it (more details at the end). Heges is divided into two modes: = 3D Scanner (**PAID**, requires one-time In-App Purchase) ============================ - Available only for iPhones and iPad Pros with the selfie FaceID (TrueDepth) camera and/or LiDAR sensor as an In-App Purchase (Why? Read more at the bottom.) - Create 3D models by scanning everyday objects using the selfie TrueDepth camera (FaceID) and/or the rear LiDAR sensor - After scanning, export the models into PLY, OBJ, USDZ (all with colors), STL, GLB (both without colors) file formats - Share exported models e.g. via built-in Wi-Fi server or view them in the iOS Files app - Use the physical volume buttons to toggle scanning session - Double-tap anywhere in the live camera view to Share Screen with another iPhone/iPad, so that you can better see what you're scanning - View the models in AR - You can scan in pitch-dark environment and use Heges as a night vision camera! - Choose from the available scanning precisions — the higher the precision, the shorter the scanner range - To get the most accurate scans, you must use the selfie FaceID camera with 0.5MM Precision settings; do not use LiDAR if you need accurate scans - The selfie FaceID camera is much more accurate than LiDAR (approx. one order of magnitude), the models in the promo videos were scanned using the selfie FaceID camera of iPhone X - Use the selfie FaceID camera for scanning fine details (up to 2 millimeters accuracy with FaceID and 0.5MM Precision settings) - Use LiDAR for scanning large areas (e.g. houses, hallways, rooms, etc.), LiDAR is NOT suitable for scanning small objects with detail — use the selfie FaceID camera for this purpose - Objects in scanner range are highlighted in the live view - Switch to the passive Night Vision where there're no explicit restrictions on the scanner range Instructions for the 3D scanner: - Move slowly when scanning - Make sure that most of the captured scene is within the scanner range - Please read the FAQ at https://hege.sh/faq The scanner isn't perfect and can fail when moving too fast or scanning a challenging environment (e.g. glass surfaces cannot be captured due to the nature of the TrueDepth sensor). A NOTE FOR iPHONE 13 (and newer) users: Beginning with the iPhone 13 lineup, Apple introduced a new TrueDepth (FaceID) camera design, which produces (slightly) lower-accuracy results compared to older devices. To get best scan accuracy, consider using any iPhone 12 or older with FaceID. = Color camera mode ============================ - Available for all devices - Manual camera focus - Sharing photos via built-in Wi-Fi server = Why don't you make the app paid on the App Store? Why the annoying In-App Purchase? ============================ It's for protecting people with unsupported devices. (I wish I could make it paid directly on the App Store.) Heges needs the 3D-sensing selfie FaceID camera to capture 3D scans. But not all iPhones/iPads have the FaceID camera, so the app needs to check if your device has FaceID before it allows you to buy the app. The App Store does not allow developers to check if your iPhone/iPad has FaceID, so the only way to check is if you download and open the app. Once you open Heges on your device, it will check if your device is compatible and if isn't, then you will not be able to buy it. If you have any questions just drop me an email at support@hege.sh and I'll be happy to help you :)!

About

Heartwitch

Stream your real-time heart rate from your Apple Watch to a web browser. Ideal for streamers who want to share their health stats during live broadcasts without extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Live stream heart rate data
  • Uses Apple Watch sensors
  • No extra hardware needed
  • Sends data to web browser
  • Independent watch app
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Show your heart rate as you live stream with this watch app! What is this exactly? Heartwitch is a combination Apple Watch and Web Application for sending your health data to a web browser window. Why would you want to send your health data to a web browser window? In the last few live years, live streams have become incredably popular and in many tense circumstances streamers want to share their health stats specifically their heart rate. For instance, speedrunners who wish to break records as to how quickly they can beat a game. With Heartwitch, there is no need for extra hardware. It simply uses the sensors on the Apple Watch to detect your heart rate and it sends it through our servers directly to your browsers. Do you save my health info? None of your health data is saved on our server. Every health stat is received by our servers from your Apple Watch and directly sent to the web browser. At no point is it saved on our end. Each workout is saved locally on your watch and stored on your devices along with your other workouts stored on your device but none of the health data is stored by us. How do I launch the app? I don't see an icon on my iPhone? Heartwitch is a completely independent watch app. Therefore there is no app for the iPhone and at this point there is no plan for one. How can I share my web browser window on a livestream? If you are using OBS to stream online, share your web browser window using the Window Capture Source. What makes this app so special? There's no need for additional hardware and using the Apple Watch health data is updated frequently.

Screenshots

Heges 3D Scanner4 screens
Heartwitch3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Heartwitch at none against Heges 3D Scanner's 1. Heges 3D Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (306 vs 9) and rating (2.8 vs 2.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Heges 3D Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Heartwitch asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Heges 3D Scanner holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Heges 3D Scanner has 306 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Heges 3D Scanner's written reviews are positive against 40% of Heartwitch's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Heges 3D Scanner ships an update every 3 months, Heartwitch every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Heges 3D Scanner versus Heartwitch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeges 3D ScannerHeartwitch
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (306 ratings) — better2.6 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews48.1% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings306 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.014.8 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarek SimonikBrightDigit

Customer experience

Heges 3D Scanner

All ratings302 ratings
Positive43.0%
Neutral5.3%
Negative51.7%
Written reviews389 reviews
Positive48.1%
Neutral7.2%
Negative44.7%

Heartwitch

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

Heges 3D Scanner

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on launch after purchasing 3D scan mode
  • Scans getting distorted or lost during the process
  • Inability to preview larger scans within the app

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for rear camera scanning
  • Ability to stitch multiple scans together
  • Export options beyond STL (e.g. OBJ, FBX)
  • Post-processing tools for cleaning up scans
  • Improved tracking and stability

Heartwitch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Heges 3D Scanner

One-time1
  • 3D Scanner$7.99
None

Heartwitch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Heges 3D Scanner free?
Heges 3D Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Heartwitch free?
Heartwitch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Heges 3D Scanner or Heartwitch?
Heges 3D Scanner is rated higher. Heges 3D Scanner averages 2.8 out of 5 from 306 ratings, while Heartwitch averages 2.6 from 9 ratings.
Do Heges 3D Scanner or Heartwitch have ads?
Neither Heges 3D Scanner nor Heartwitch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Heges 3D Scanner or Heartwitch?
Heges 3D Scanner ships an update every 3 months, and Heartwitch every 5 months. Most recently, Heges 3D Scanner was updated on October 25, 2026 and Heartwitch on October 24, 2026.

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