3D ModelME vs Minikin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3D ModelME
Transform your iPhone portraits into 3D models for immediate printing. This app utilizes depth data from compatible iPhones to create STL files, compatible with major 3D printing software. Interact with your 3D models and export them for external use.
- Create 3D models from iPhone portraits
- Utilizes depth data for 3D conversion
- Generates STL files for 3D printing
- Interactive 3D model viewing
- Adjustable model creation settings
- Export 3D models for external use (Pro version)
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Welcome to 3D ModelME. This is an exciting time in the 3D modeling world. With the recent introduction of the 3D capabilities in the iPhone line, it is time to start using this technology to capture real life 3D images. 3D ModelME is designed to do just that. With the 3D ModelME app, you can transform the portraits you take with your iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone 11, and iPhone 12 into real 3D models for immediate printing with today’s 3D printers. 3D ModelME uses the depth data that is stored with certain types of images on iPhones to transform those images into 3D models. The image is converted to an STL type file, which is supported by all major brands of 3D printing software. The basic version of 3D ModelME will allow you to select a photo from your photo library or take a live portrait and see what the 3D model of that photo looks like. You can interact with the resulting 3D model to view it from any angle. There are settings that can be manipulated to change how the model is created. Once you are happy with the 3D model, you can upgrade to the 3D ModelMEPro version to export your image (via email) for use outside the app. Not all photos that are taken with the iPhone have depth data available. See the included help information for the supported cameras, and tips for capturing depth data with your images.
Minikin
Create personalized 3D miniatures of yourself for various uses. Customize your figure with unlimited options to celebrate your unique identity, whether for games, toys, or life scenarios.
- Personalized 3D miniatures
- Unlimited customization options
- Use in games and as toys
- Celebrate individuality
- Digital and physical representations
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Minikins are 3D printed, miniature versions of YOU! With unlimited options for personalization, your Minikin will allow you to celebrate what makes you special, whether it’s on a game board, as a custom toy, or in the game of life.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Minikin at 5.0 against 3D ModelME's 2.3. Minikin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). 3D ModelME's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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. 3D ModelME sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Minikin asks for nothing beyond the download.
Minikin holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of 3D ModelME's written reviews are positive against 50% of Minikin's.
3D ModelME ships an update every 5 months, Minikin every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3D ModelME | Minikin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (10 ratings) | 5.0 (16 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 10 | 16 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 535 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | HallyWeather LLC | MassPersona |
Customer experience
3D ModelME
Minikin
In-app purchases
3D ModelME
- 3D ModelME Upgrade to Pro$4.99
Minikin
No in-app purchases
