# 3D Modeling, Design vs JustSketchMe

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Modeling, Design | JustSketchMe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-shapeyard/id1397002448/reviews)** | [3.6 (170 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/justsketchme/id1543663234/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.7K** | 170 |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | **52.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 115 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Unicorn Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182004809) | [JustSketchMe (Pty) Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543663476) |

## 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


### JustSketchMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/justsketchme/id1543663234)

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.

**Highlights:** Posable character models, Intricate hand posing, Extreme perspective settings, Dynamic lighting, Hundreds of props, Pose library, Cloud saving

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Subscription | $28.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Month Subscription | $48.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Modeling, Design free?

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

### Is JustSketchMe free?

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

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

3D Modeling, Design is rated higher. 3D Modeling, Design averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while JustSketchMe averages 3.6 from 170 ratings.

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

Neither 3D Modeling, Design nor JustSketchMe shows ads.

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

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 10 days, and JustSketchMe fortnightly. Most recently, 3D Modeling, Design was updated on October 27, 2026 and JustSketchMe on October 27, 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.*