Comparison

DR. KAISER vs 3D

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

Head to head
About

DR. KAISER

Features
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The new DR. KAISER app makes it possible to calculate all relevant parameters related to dressing and grinding. The app is aimed at inexperienced users as well as experts. Guided-Mode The new Guided-Mode guides you step-by-step through the selection of the optimal dressing parameters for your grinding application. Expert mode The Expert-Mode supports experienced users in the calculation of dressing parameters. Export function All calculated parameters can be exported and archived as a PDF file. For this purpose, the app offers the option of providing the calculated parameters with information on the user, machine and application. Multilingual The app can be set to different languages to provide full functionality to all users. Metric and imperial system All parameters can be calculated in metric or imperial system, so that all users can work with their preferred units.

About

3D

This tool helps estimate the cost of 3D printing projects by calculating electricity and material expenses. It features a large database of printers and filaments, allowing for flexible adjustments to various parameters for accurate cost breakdowns.

Highlights
  • Extensive printer database (60+ models)
  • Real-time electricity and material cost calculation
  • Editable print time, filament weight, and prices
  • Comprehensive filament database
  • Offline functionality
  • Bilingual (German/English) and Dark Mode support
Features
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Deutsch 3D‑Calc – Der ultimative Kostenkalkulator für 3D‑Druck Ob du ein Hobby-Maker bist oder einen Druckdienst betreibst – 3D‑Calc gibt dir die volle Kontrolle über deine Druckkosten. Wähle aus über 60 voreingestellten Druckern (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, Elegoo, Anycubic und viele mehr) und sieh sofort den realistischen Stromverbrauch inklusive Aufheizphasen. Alle Werte sind manuell anpassbar, damit du exakt deine eigenen Messergebnisse verwenden kannst. Funktionen: Riesige Druckerdatenbank: 60+ Modelle mit realen Durchschnittswatt (FDM & Resin) Kosten sofort berechnen: Strom‑ und Materialkosten auf einen Blick Flexibel: Druckzeit, Filamentgewicht, Strompreis, Leistung und Filamentpreis frei editierbar Umfangreiche Filament‑DB: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, Resin Standard, Resin Tough, ASA, Nylon Modernes Design: Liquid‑Glass‑Oberfläche mit animiertem Farbverlauf im Hintergrund Zweisprachig: Deutsch und Englisch, umschaltbar per Knopf Dunkelmodus: Perfekt für das Drucker‑Labor 100 % offline: Keine Internetverbindung nötig, keine Datensammlung 3D‑Calc ist dein tägliches Werkzeug, um Angebote zu kalkulieren, Materialverbrauch zu optimieren und böse Überraschungen bei der Stromrechnung zu vermeiden. Einfach Drucker auswählen, Filament wählen, Druckzeit eintragen – und schon hast du die genauen Kosten. Alle Berechnungen sind sofort nachvollziehbar und bleiben auf deinem Gerät. Lade 3D‑Calc jetzt herunter und mach deine 3D‑Druck‑Kosten transparent! English 3D‑Calc – The Ultimate 3D Printing Cost Calculator Whether you’re a hobby maker or run a print service – 3D‑Calc gives you full control over your printing costs. Choose from over 60 preconfigured printers (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, Elegoo, Anycubic and many more) and instantly see realistic power consumption, including heating phases. All values are manually adjustable so you can use your own exact measurements. Features: Huge printer database: 60+ models with real average wattages (FDM & resin) Instant cost overview: Electricity and material costs at a glance Flexible: Print time, filament weight, electricity price, power, and filament price freely editable Comprehensive filament DB: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, Standard Resin, Tough Resin, ASA, Nylon Modern design: Liquid Glass interface with animated gradient background Bilingual: German and English, switchable via button Dark Mode: Perfect for the printer lab 100 % offline: No internet connection required, no data collection 3D‑Calc is your daily tool for calculating quotes, optimizing material usage, and avoiding nasty surprises on your electricity bill. Simply select a printer, choose a filament, enter the print time – and you have the exact costs. All calculations are instantly visible and stay on your device. Download 3D‑Calc now and make your 3D printing costs transparent!

Screenshots

DR. KAISER4 screens
3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DR. KAISER at Free against 3D's $1.99. DR. KAISER also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

DR. KAISER is free to download; 3D costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
DR. KAISER versus 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDR. KAISER3D
PriceFree — better$1.99
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDR. KAISER DIAMANTWERKZEUGE GmbH & Co. KGMarvin Schieleit

In-app purchases

None

DR. KAISER

No in-app purchases

None

3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DR. KAISER free?
DR. KAISER is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D free?
3D costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do DR. KAISER or 3D have ads?
Neither DR. KAISER nor 3D shows ads.

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