# 3D Modeling vs Shapely 3D

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shapely 3D at 100% against 3D Modeling's 36%. Shapely 3D also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). 3D Modeling's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 2.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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 Shapely 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

3D Modeling holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Modeling has 5.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of 3D Modeling's written reviews are positive against 100% of Shapely 3D'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, Shapely 3D every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Modeling | Shapely 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-blender-shapeyard/id1397002448/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shapely-3d/id6791292386/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.7K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 36.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 114 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Magic Unicorn Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182004809) | [Fabrizio Brancati](https://appshunter.io/developer/538499509) |

## 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


### Shapely 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shapely-3d/id6791292386)

Create and sculpt 3D models on your Apple devices. Build scenes from primitives, use intuitive tools, and export your designs for printing or AR.

**Highlights:** Sketch, sculpt, and export 3D models, Build scenes from primitives, On-screen gizmo for manipulation, Configurable grid and measurement tools, View in Room for AR visualization, Apple Pencil Pro integration, Combine, extrude, and edit faces

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shapely 3D Pro | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Modeling free?

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

### Is Shapely 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 3D Modeling or Shapely 3D?

3D Modeling is rated higher. 3D Modeling averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while Shapely 3D averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do 3D Modeling or Shapely 3D have ads?

Shapely 3D shows ads; 3D Modeling does not.

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

3D Modeling ships an update every 9 days, and Shapely 3D every 11 days. Most recently, 3D Modeling was updated on November 10, 2026 and Shapely 3D on November 8, 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.*