# 3D Modeling, Design vs Castle

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Castle at 79% against 3D Modeling, Design's 35%. Castle also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Modeling, Design sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Castle sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Castle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Castle has 41K ratings behind it against 5.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of 3D Modeling, Design's written reviews are positive against 79% of Castle's.

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 10 days, Castle fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Modeling, Design | Castle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-shapeyard/id1397002448/reviews) | **[4.7 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/castle-make-and-play/id1529189247/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5.7K | **41K** |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | **78.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#167** |
| Size | 115 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Magic Unicorn Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182004809) | [Monterey's Coast, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529189249) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D Modeling, Design

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-shapeyard/id1397002448)

This app offers intuitive 3D modeling tools for creating detailed models on mobile devices. It's suitable for beginners, kids, and professionals, with features for game development and 3D printing. Export your designs for use in popular game engines or to bring them to life with a 3D printer.

**Highlights:** Intuitive 3D modeling tools, Sculpting capabilities, 3D model export (OBJ, STL), Game development asset creation, 3D printing model preparation, Beginner-friendly interface, Model library for printing

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Version | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Version | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Version | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🚀 Convenient for mobile 3D modeling
- 👍 Good for 3D printing projects
- 👍 Impressive results for a mobile app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to access core features
- 🔒 Limited functionality without paid plan
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches reported
- 🐛 Unreliable saving and exporting
- 🔋 High resource consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to create models
- Inability to save progress
- Unreliable face tracking and scanning
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add ability to customize avatars
- Improve sculpting and modeling tools
- Integrate with other 3D platforms
- Provide more free content and features
- Improve stability and reduce bugs


### Castle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/castle-make-and-play/id1529189247)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Create and play games with a vibrant community. Design your own games using a simple editor, share them with friends, or explore millions of creations from others. Engage with creators, compete for scores, and develop artistic and technical skills.

**Highlights:** Intuitive game editor, Community game exploration, Social interaction features, Game remixing and customization, Creative skill development tools, Achievement system

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dweller | $3.99 | per month |
| Dweller+ | $7.99 | per month |
| 100 bricks | $0.99 | one-time |
| 550 bricks | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 bricks | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to make games
- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 🎨 Allows creativity and expression
- ⭐ Best game app ever

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔧 Difficult for beginners
- 🔒 Restricted features for younger users
- 🔀 Issues with remixing and copying games

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues and text input problems
- Crashes when opening the app or creating new decks
- Sound and audio not working properly
- Decks not loading or disappearing

**Requested features**

- Add more colors and a color wheel
- Implement a friends system and multiplayer
- Allow longer audio tracks
- Improve text and drawing tools
- Add an undo/redo function


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Modeling, Design free?

3D Modeling, Design is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Castle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 3D Modeling, Design or Castle?

Castle is rated higher. 3D Modeling, Design averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while Castle averages 4.7 from 41K ratings.

### Do 3D Modeling, Design or Castle have ads?

Neither 3D Modeling, Design nor Castle shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 3D Modeling, Design or Castle?

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 10 days, and Castle fortnightly. Most recently, 3D Modeling, Design was updated on October 25, 2026 and Castle on October 25, 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.*