# 3D Modeling vs Naomi Animation

The clearest difference is rating: 3D Modeling at 4.5 against Naomi Animation's 3.2. 3D Modeling also leads on ratings volume (5.7K vs 237) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). Naomi Animation's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (47% vs 36%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Modeling sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Naomi Animation sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

3D Modeling holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Modeling has 5.7K ratings behind it against 237, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of 3D Modeling's written reviews are positive against 47% of Naomi Animation's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

3D Modeling ships an update every 9 days, Naomi Animation every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Modeling | Naomi Animation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-blender-shapeyard/id1397002448/reviews)** | [3.2 (237 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naomi-animation/id1561011767/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.7K** | 237 |
| Positive reviews | 36.2% of reviews | **46.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 114 MB | 346 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) | [Aniotech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1561011769) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D Modeling

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

Create detailed 3D models for games, 3D printing, or art with intuitive tools. This app simplifies 3D modeling for beginners and kids, allowing export to popular game engines and 3D printers. Explore a library of models and bring your digital creations to tangible reality.

**Highlights:** Intuitive 3D modeling tools, Sculpting and design capabilities, Export to Roblox Studio, Unity, Unreal Engine, Supports OBJ and STL formats, 3D model creation for 3D printing, Library of downloadable 3D models

**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


### Naomi Animation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naomi-animation/id1561011767)

Create immersive 3D animations directly on your iPad using augmented reality. This app provides a user-friendly editor with pre-rigged characters and keyframe animation tools, making it easy to start animating immediately.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality 3D animation, Keyframe animation editor, Pre-rigged 3D characters, iPad and Apple Pencil support, Discord community

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard | $7.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| 100 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $12.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Credits | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth animation process
- 👍 Great features and utilities
- 💡 Potential for 3D animation on iPad
- 👍 Regularly updated with improvements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when importing certain files
- 🤔 Confusing interface and controls
- 💰 Limiting free version, paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🤔 Rigging and animation tools could be improved

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when importing large files
- Imported models not retaining color or rigging
- Camera controls freezing or not working as expected
- Saving and exporting issues

**Requested features**

- Add ability to rotate and scale objects
- Improve camera controls and zooming
- Increase number of free projects
- Add support for more file formats and model import
- Implement better rigging and animation tools


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Modeling free?

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

### Is Naomi Animation free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 3D Modeling or Naomi Animation?

3D Modeling is rated higher. 3D Modeling averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while Naomi Animation averages 3.2 from 237 ratings.

### Do 3D Modeling or Naomi Animation have ads?

Neither 3D Modeling nor Naomi Animation shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 3D Modeling or Naomi Animation?

3D Modeling ships an update every 9 days, and Naomi Animation every 3 weeks. Most recently, 3D Modeling was updated on November 10, 2026 and Naomi Animation on November 3, 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.*