Comparison

3D Modeling, Design vs Print To 3D

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

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.

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
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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

About

Print To 3D

Turn your iPad or iPhone into a 3D printing control center. This app allows you to slice 3D models, customize print settings, and upload G-code directly to your printer. Manipulate models, preview print details, and optimize for various infill patterns and printer configurations.

Highlights
  • Slice STL and OBJ files
  • Support for 43+ 3D printers
  • Customizable G-code commands
  • Direct Octoprint/Moonraker upload
  • Adjustable infill patterns
  • Temperature and first layer settings
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Introducing 3D Printing for iPad and iPhone! Transform your iPad or iPhone into a 3D printing hub with a user-friendly app for M1 devices, making it easy to slice, upload, and print your 3D models Manipulate your 3D models with drag, rotate, and zoom tools. Pick your 3D printer and tweak slicing settings for perfect prints. Review results like fill patterns, supports, and layer details. Key Features Include: - Support for 43 FDM 3D printers (with the option to download over 400 printer profiles) - Capability to load STL and OBJ files - Customizable pre/post printing G-Code commands tailored to your specific printer - Modification of default printer settings to suit your needs - Direct upload of your G-code file to your Octoprint or Moonraker/Fluidd server - Open your G-code files and review the generated slices - Complete control over the slicing process - Support for hex, grid, linear, triangle, gyroid, and vase infills - Options for brim, raft, number of shells, top/bottom layers, and more - Easy adjustment of nozzle and bed temperature - Specialized settings available for the crucial first layer - And much more! Explore advanced 3D printing features on your M1 device with PrintTo3D Follow us on X: @PrintTo3D Terms of Use: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

3D Modeling, Design4 screens
Print To 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 3D Modeling, Design at 4.5 against Print To 3D's 3.7. 3D Modeling, Design also leads on ratings volume (5.7K vs 31). Print To 3D's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (48% vs 34%). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 3D Modeling, Design sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Print To 3D sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D Modeling, Design holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Modeling, Design has 5.7K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 34% of 3D Modeling, Design's written reviews are positive against 48% of Print To 3D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 9 days, Print To 3D every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
3D Modeling, Design versus Print To 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter3D Modeling, DesignPrint To 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (5.7K ratings) — better3.7 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews33.8% of reviews47.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.7K — better31
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagic Unicorn Inc.Vicinity International GmbH

Customer experience

3D Modeling, Design

All ratings5,688 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews955 reviews
Positive33.8%
Neutral8.2%
Negative58.0%

Print To 3D

All ratings31 ratings
Positive64.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative32.3%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive47.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative47.8%

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

Print To 3D

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

3D Modeling, Design

Subscriptions8
  • Pro Version$2.997 Days
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro Version$5.997 Days
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  • Pro Version2 variants$14.991 Month
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Pro Version$29.991 Year
  • Pro Version3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Pro Version$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99
6 purchases

Print To 3D

Subscriptions6
  • Flexibility$0.997 Days
  • Students Only$0.991 Year
  • Great Choice$2.991 Month
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  • 3D Expert's Choice$27.991 Year
  • Choice of the Independent$93.993 Months
  • Being a Business Angle$899.997 Days

Questions

Is 3D Modeling, Design free?
3D Modeling, Design is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Print To 3D free?
Print To 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 3D Modeling, Design or Print To 3D?
3D Modeling, Design is rated higher. 3D Modeling, Design averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while Print To 3D averages 3.7 from 31 ratings.
Do 3D Modeling, Design or Print To 3D have ads?
Neither 3D Modeling, Design nor Print To 3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 3D Modeling, Design or Print To 3D?
3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 9 days, and Print To 3D every 6 days. Most recently, 3D Modeling, Design was updated on September 23, 2026 and Print To 3D on September 17, 2026.

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