3D Modeling, Design vs JustSketchMe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3D Modeling, Design
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.
- 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
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Try the subscription-based 3D modeling app Shapeyard! Whether it’s 3D modeling on iPhone or 3D modeling for iPad – Shapeyard lets you create detailed 3D models using easy and intuitive tools that simplify 3D modeling for beginners and even make it accessible for kids. Shapeyard’s 3D modeling tools are perfect for 3D modeling for games. If you’re wondering how to make a game, start modeling with Shapeyard and export 3D models into Roblox Studio, Unity, and Unreal Engine through the OBJ or STL formats. Elevate your 3D printing endeavors with Shapeyard, the premier mobile iOS app designed to bring your creations to life. Seamlessly create intricate 3D models for 3D printing using our intuitive tools. Unleash your imagination and explore a world of possibilities as you discover an array of 3D models that you can readily download and print in 3D. Shapeyard empowers both beginners and experts to craft the best 3D prints, providing a platform to turn 3D printing models into tangible reality. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just embarking on your 3D printing journey, Shapeyard offers an extensive selection of 3D printing ideas and files, catering to your every need. With Shapeyard, the world of 3D printing is at your fingertips – explore, create, and print with unparalleled ease. Easily create and 3D print your models. Shapeyard allows you to export your creations into slicers and seamlessly transition to 3D printing for tangible results with unparalleled ease. Terms of Use: https://www.shapeyard.org/info/terms_of_use Privacy Policy: https://www.shapeyard.org/info/privacy_policy
JustSketchMe
This app provides artists with tools to quickly create reference scenes for their artwork. It offers a variety of character models, props, and posing options to bring creative ideas to life.
- Posable character models
- Intricate hand posing
- Extreme perspective settings
- Dynamic lighting
- Hundreds of props
- Pose library
- Cloud saving
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Simple enough for the aspiring artist; powerful enough for the veteran illustrator. JustSketchMe helps artists take their idea from concept to creation fast. Spend less time planning, and more time focusing on what matters most: making great art. With simple yet powerful tools; JustSketchMe helps you create any scene as a reference piece for your next artwork. Your imagination is the limit. Highlights: - Dozens of posable character models - Intricate hand posing - Set extreme perspectives - Dynamic lighting - Hundreds of props - A full pose library - Saving your work in the cloud “JustSketchMe combines a wealth of features with an interface that won't keep you hunting through menus—crucial when you're trying to stay in the creative groove.” - PC Mag “This pose reference tool is a gamechanger” - IGN Southeast Asia The subscription to JustSketchMe Pro gives you access to more powerful tools, props, and characters. Updated with new content regularly. Report a bug: https://justsketch.me/bugs Request a feature: https://justsketchme.nolt.io Terms of service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: 3D Modeling, Design at 4.5 against JustSketchMe's 3.6. 3D Modeling, Design also leads on ratings volume (5.7K vs 170). JustSketchMe's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (53% vs 35%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Modeling, Design sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and JustSketchMe sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
3D Modeling, Design holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Modeling, Design has 5.7K ratings behind it against 170, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of 3D Modeling, Design's written reviews are positive against 53% of JustSketchMe's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 10 days, JustSketchMe fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.
| Parameter | 3D Modeling, Design | JustSketchMe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (5.7K ratings) — better | 3.6 (170 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | 52.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5.7K — better | 170 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 115 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Magic Unicorn Inc. | JustSketchMe (Pty) Ltd |
Customer experience
3D Modeling, Design
JustSketchMe
User reviews
3D Modeling, Design
From 5.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🚀 Convenient for mobile 3D modeling
- 👍 Good for 3D printing projects
- 👍 Impressive results for a mobile app
Room to improve
- 🔒 Requires subscription to access core features
- 🔒 Limited functionality without paid plan
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches reported
- 🐛 Unreliable saving and exporting
- 🔋 High resource consumption
JustSketchMe
From 170 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🎨 Excellent tool for pose references and anatomy practice
- 🖐️ Free individual finger/joint movement control
- 💪 Helpful for artists struggling with poses and full-body drawings
- ⚡ Smooth performance and sleek UI design
Room to improve
- 💰 Extremely expensive pricing ($100-$200 one-time, $12-18/month subscription)
- 🔒 Most useful features locked behind paywall
- 💾 Cannot save poses without premium subscription
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and session resets
- ⏸️ Significant lag when moving body parts
Bugs and requests
3D Modeling, Design
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes when trying to create models
- Inability to save progress
- Unreliable face tracking and scanning
- Compatibility issues on older devices
Requested features
5 requests- 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
JustSketchMe
Reported bugs
15 issues- Blue highlight screen glitch when manipulating joints (makes app unusable until restart)
- App crashes and resets work progress unexpectedly
- Frequent freezing for 5+ seconds when moving body parts
- License key not working on app despite working on website
- Subscription purchases not granting access to premium features
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- Restore purchases not functioning properly
- License key error claiming too many users despite minimal usage
- Female model appears by default and cannot be removed
- Limbs stretch and distort when resized and bent
- Thumbs have incorrect joint count (three instead of proper anatomy)
- Hand cannot reach face when bent due to proportions
- App requires website access, incompatible with parental restrictions
- Scene erases after 15-20 minutes of use
- Upgrade button not responding when clicked
- Subscription not syncing between web and app versions
Requested features
18 requests- Lower pricing or tiered payment options ($3-25 range)
- Free trial period before purchase commitment
- Auto-save and pre-save functionality
- Ability to save at least one pose for free
- Pre-made pose library in free version
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- Body morphing and customization (bust size, muscle definition, weight)
- Realistic hairstyle options
- Non-binary gender model options
- Male and female character variants for special models
- XYZ movement controls as optional alternative to rotation-only
- Adjustable joint button sizes to reduce UI clutter
- Confirmation prompt for clear stage button
- Free basic props and weapons
- Image import/upload feature in app
- Better limb resizing without stretching distortion
- Anatomically correct proportions
- More diverse character models and environments
- Ability to purchase specific features instead of full bundles
In-app purchases
3D Modeling, Design
- Pro Version$2.997 Days
- Pro Version7 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Pro Version3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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- Pro Version$5.997 Days
- Pro Version3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Pro Version2 variants$14.991 Month
- Pro Version$29.991 Year
- Pro Version3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Pro Version$49.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$99.99
JustSketchMe
- Monthly Subscription$11.991 Month
- 3 Month Subscription$28.993 Months
- 6 Month Subscription$48.996 Months
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- Yearly Subscription$71.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$99.99
Questions
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