Heges 3D Scanner vs Robot72
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 :)!
Robot72
Decode and send slow-scan television (SSTV) images from ham radio or the International Space Station. View ISS passes, save and share your creations, and even fix distorted images. Offers a free version with limitations and a one-time purchase Pro option.
- Decode SSTV audio to images
- Send photos via SSTV
- View ISS pass predictions
- Support for 31 SSTV modes
- Image correction and history
- Optional Pro version with WAV export
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Robot72 turns pictures into slow-scan television (SSTV) audio, and SSTV audio back into pictures. Decode images from ham radio, from the International Space Station or from a friend's phone, and send your own photos to any SSTV receiver. RECEIVE Tap Listen and hold your iPhone near the radio's speaker. Robot72 reads the VIS header, picks the mode and draws the picture line by line. To decode a WAV recording, tap File. Reception keeps going when the screen is locked, with progress in a Live Activity. SEND Pick a photo, choose the mode your contact uses, add a caption if you like, and play it through the speaker or a cable into your radio. Pro also exports the audio as a WAV file. ISS PASSES Enter your location or use the current one, and Robot72 lists ISS passes for the next 48 hours with peak elevation and direction. Turn on reminders to get a notification a few minutes before each pass. Predictions are calculated on your iPhone from CelesTrak orbital data; your location is not uploaded. 31 MODES Robot 8/12/24/36 BW, Robot 12/24/36/72 Color, PD 50/90/120/160/180/240/290, Martin 1–4, Scottie 1/2/3/4/DX, Wraase SC2 30/60/120/180, Pasokon P3/P5/P7. HISTORY AND FIXES Every picture you receive or send is kept in History with its mode and time. Fix a slanted or shifted image, then save or share it. History has no limit. FREE AND PRO Any mode can be decoded and viewed for free. Robot 36 and Robot 72 can be saved, shared and sent for free, with a small watermark. To save or send one picture in another mode, watch a short video, up to 3 times a day. Robot72 Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks every mode, removes the watermark and adds WAV export. No subscription. PRIVACY Audio and pictures are processed on your iPhone. Robot72 sends anonymous usage events that are not linked to you, and does not track you across apps. Rewarded videos are non-personalized; there are no banner or pop-up ads.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Robot72 at 100% against Heges 3D Scanner's 48%. Robot72 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Heges 3D Scanner's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (307 vs 14). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Heges 3D Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Robot72 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Robot72 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Heges 3D Scanner has 307 ratings behind it against 14, 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 Robot72's.
Heges 3D Scanner ships an update every 3 months, Robot72 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Heges 3D Scanner | Robot72 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (307 ratings) | 4.9 (14 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 48.1% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 307 — better | 14 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Marek Simonik | 晨阳 段 |
Customer experience
Heges 3D Scanner
Robot72
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
Robot72
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Heges 3D Scanner
- 3D Scanner$7.99
Robot72
- Pro — Special Offer$2.99
- Robot72 Pro$4.99








