# 3D Modeling, Design vs MapChart App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MapChart App at 83% against 3D Modeling, Design's 34%. MapChart App also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Modeling, Design sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and MapChart App sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MapChart App holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.7K and 4.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of 3D Modeling, Design's written reviews are positive against 83% of MapChart App's.

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 9 days, MapChart App weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Modeling, Design | MapChart App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-shapeyard/id1397002448/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapchart-app/id1541877062/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.7K** | 4.8K |
| Positive reviews | 33.9% of reviews | **82.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 113 MB | 176 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Unicorn Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182004809) | [Minas Giannekas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1541877064) |

## 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 (9)**

| 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 | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Version | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro Version | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $39.99 | 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


### MapChart App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapchart-app/id1541877062)

Create custom maps by coloring them with various tools and options. Save, load, and share your creations. Offers a wide selection of map types, from world and historical maps to fantasy and video game maps.

**Highlights:** Wide variety of map types, Intuitive map coloring, Customizable map elements, Save and load creations, Share to social media, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MapChart Premium to Max | $2.99 | one-time |
| MapChart Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| MapChart Premium Max | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Customizable maps
- 💡 Helpful for geography and history
- 🎨 Enjoyable to create maps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Missing some smaller countries/regions
- 🎨 Difficulty coloring smaller areas
- 🔒 Lack of save/load functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Saved maps sometimes deleted unexpectedly
- Borders not aligning properly on some maps
- Difficulty selecting/coloring small regions

**Requested features**

- Add drawing/border editing tools
- Implement more historical map options
- Allow custom country/region creation
- Improve export/save functionality
- Add more detailed subdivision maps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Modeling, Design free?

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

### Is MapChart App free?

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

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

MapChart App is rated higher. 3D Modeling, Design averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while MapChart App averages 4.8 from 4.8K ratings.

### Do 3D Modeling, Design or MapChart App have ads?

Neither 3D Modeling, Design nor MapChart App shows ads.

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

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 9 days, and MapChart App weekly. Most recently, 3D Modeling, Design was updated on September 25, 2026 and MapChart App on September 24, 2026.

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