Heges 3D Scanner vs FlightCatcherPro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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 :)!
FlightCatcherPro
Identify real aircraft in real-time using your camera and turn plane spotting into a game. Log your catches in a personal digital hangar, track rare finds, and compete with friends. Discover and collect aircraft from anywhere.
- Real-time aircraft identification via camera
- Personal digital aircraft hangar
- Track rare and iconic aircraft
- Compete with friends and leaderboards
- Achievements and progress tracking
- Aircraft details: type, airline, route
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Turn plane spotting into a game. FlightCatcherPro helps you identify real aircraft with your camera, catch what you see, and build a personal digital hangar. Point your device at any aircraft in the sky or on the ground. FlightCatcherPro identifies it in real time. Confirm the catch and it's yours, logged in your hangar with full details. Whether you're at an airport, airshow, museum, or spotting from your garden, every sighting counts. Spot. Catch. Collect. Identify aircraft in real time using your camera. Each catch is added to your hangar, your personal aircraft logbook. • Real-time aircraft identification • Detailed aircraft info: type, airline, route, and more • Works with aircraft in flight and on the ground Rarest Near You, on Your Home Screen Add the Rarest near you widget and the rarest aircraft flying around you sits on your Home Screen, with its photo and whether you've already caught it. Tap it to find it on the Map. Ask Siri “What's flying near me?”, or put Catch an Aircraft on your Action Button and open the camera in one press. Rare and Iconic Aircraft Every aircraft has a rarity. Chase rare finds across airlines, families, and aircraft types. Modern airliners, historic warbirds, museum aircraft, and static displays all count. If it's a real aircraft, it belongs in your collection. Spot With Friends Add friends, compare hangars, and see what others are catching. Compete on leaderboards and build your collections together. Build Your Hangar Your hangar is your collection. Every aircraft you catch is logged with details you can view, edit, and organise. From regional jets to iconic widebodies, every catch adds to your progress. • Manage and grow your aircraft collection • Track aircraft families, airlines, and rare types • Sort and filter by catch date, rarity, and more Achievements and Progress Earn achievements as you spot, catch, and collect. Unlock rewards for first catches, aircraft families, airline streaks, radar-confirmed matches, rare finds, and more. Spot Anywhere Use FlightCatcherPro at airports, viewing platforms, museums, airshows, and static exhibits. Wherever aircraft can be found, FlightCatcherPro goes with you. Start building your hangar today. Privacy Policy: https://flightcatcherpro.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://flightcatcherpro.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: FlightCatcherPro at 4.5 against Heges 3D Scanner's 2.8. FlightCatcherPro also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 48%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Heges 3D Scanner's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (307 vs 28). On price 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
Both are free to download. Heges 3D Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FlightCatcherPro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FlightCatcherPro holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Heges 3D Scanner has 307 ratings behind it against 28, 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 88% of FlightCatcherPro's.
Heges 3D Scanner ships an update every 3 months, FlightCatcherPro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Heges 3D Scanner | FlightCatcherPro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (307 ratings) | 4.5 (28 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 48.1% of reviews | 87.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 307 — better | 28 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 147 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Marek Simonik | TOM CHRISTIAN |
Customer experience
Heges 3D Scanner
FlightCatcherPro
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
FlightCatcherPro
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Heges 3D Scanner
- 3D Scanner$7.99
FlightCatcherPro
- FlightCatcherPro Premium$4.991 Month
- FlightCatcherPro$24.991 Year
- FlightCatcherPro Premium Yearly1 Year trial$34.991 Year
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- FlightCatcherPro Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
Questions
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