# Heges 3D Scanner vs ShadeWave Mobile

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShadeWave Mobile at 100% against Heges 3D Scanner's 48%. ShadeWave Mobile also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.8) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Heges 3D Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (307 vs 6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Heges 3D Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ShadeWave Mobile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $399.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ShadeWave Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Heges 3D Scanner has 307 ratings behind it against 6, 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 100% of ShadeWave Mobile's.

Heges 3D Scanner ships an update every 3 months, ShadeWave Mobile fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Heges 3D Scanner | ShadeWave Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (307 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heges-3d-scanner/id1382310112/reviews) | **[4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadewave-mobile/id1491675405/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **307** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 48.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 17 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marek Simonik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1382310111) | [Shadewave LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263167006) |

## What reviewers say

### Heges 3D Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heges-3d-scanner/id1382310112)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3D Scanner | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent 3D scanning quality
- 💡 Innovative use of TrueDepth camera
- 👍 Detailed and accurate scans
- 🚀 Fast scanning and export process
- 💡 Useful screen sharing feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Tracking issues and scan failures
- 👎 Requires in-app purchase to unlock full functionality
- 🔒 No trial or free version to test
- 👎 Awkward scanning experience due to front-facing camera
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### ShadeWave Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadewave-mobile/id1491675405)

This app optimizes iPhone camera performance for detailed dental and medical photography. It offers specialized modes for macro, portrait, and intraoral shots, with secure, compliant cloud storage for case sharing.

**Highlights:** Optimized camera modes (Shade, Portrait, Intraoral), HIPAA/PIPEDA compliant cloud storage, Secure encrypted photo storage, Direct case sharing (dentist, lab, specialist), Shade tab reference for color correction

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ShadeWave Mobile Dentist | $399.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Heges 3D Scanner free?

Heges 3D Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ShadeWave Mobile free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Heges 3D Scanner or ShadeWave Mobile?

ShadeWave Mobile is rated higher. Heges 3D Scanner averages 2.8 out of 5 from 307 ratings, while ShadeWave Mobile averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Heges 3D Scanner or ShadeWave Mobile have ads?

Neither Heges 3D Scanner nor ShadeWave Mobile shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Heges 3D Scanner or ShadeWave Mobile?

Heges 3D Scanner ships an update every 3 months, and ShadeWave Mobile fortnightly. Most recently, Heges 3D Scanner was updated on November 2, 2026 and ShadeWave Mobile on November 3, 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.*