# 3D Modeling, Design vs AmberDraw

The clearest difference is monetization model: AmberDraw at free with in-app purchases against 3D Modeling, Design's subscription. AmberDraw also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 34%). 3D Modeling, Design's advantage is ratings volume (5.7K vs 314) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 AmberDraw sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Modeling, Design has 5.7K ratings behind it against 314, 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 68% of AmberDraw'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 9 days, AmberDraw fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Modeling, Design | AmberDraw |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-shapeyard/id1397002448/reviews)** | [4.3 (314 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amberdraw-animated-drawing/id6737855355/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.7K** | 314 |
| Positive reviews | 33.9% of reviews | **68.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 113 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magic Unicorn Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182004809) | [Mykyta Gaidukov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778304706) |

## 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


### AmberDraw

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amberdraw-animated-drawing/id6737855355)

Create unique animated art with brushes that move as you draw. No keyframes or timelines needed, just pick a brush and let its built-in motion bring your strokes to life. Export your creations as video for social media or further editing.

**Highlights:** Animated brushes with unique motion, Full brush customization, Layer support, Custom canvas dimensions, Apple Pencil support, Video export

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Modeling, Design free?

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

### Is AmberDraw free?

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

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

3D Modeling, Design is rated higher. 3D Modeling, Design averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while AmberDraw averages 4.3 from 314 ratings.

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

Neither 3D Modeling, Design nor AmberDraw shows ads.

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

3D Modeling, Design ships an update every 9 days, and AmberDraw fortnightly. Most recently, 3D Modeling, Design was updated on September 28, 2026 and AmberDraw on September 28, 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.*