Comparison

3d Scanner App™ vs Reality Composer

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

Head to head
About

3d Scanner App™

Transform your device into a powerful 3D scanner using LIDAR or TrueDepth technology. Capture spaces and objects in full-color 3D, edit scans, and share them in various popular formats for professional workflows or personal projects.

Highlights
  • LIDAR and TrueDepth scanning
  • Full-color 3D capture
  • Multiple export formats (OBJ, GLTF, STL, etc.)
  • Geo-referenced LAS export for GIS
  • On-device editing tools
  • Augmented reality viewing
  • Photo Mode for detailed models
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Transform your device into a powerful 3D scanner using LIDAR or TrueDepth technology. 3D Scanner app, downloaded by 11+ Million users, effortlessly makes you capture spaces and objects in full-color 3D and explore them in stunning, high-quality detail. Easily share your 3D scans Share your 3D models via iMessage or AR QuickLook in USDZ format, or export them in popular formats like OBJ, GLTF, GLB, DAE, and STL. Export in advanced formats Beyond standard exports, you can save your models as raw point clouds (PTS, PCD, PLY, XYZ, LAS) or floor plan images in DXF format, giving you full flexibility for professional workflows. Seamless integration with professional software Export geo-referenced LAS point clouds to GIS tools like ArcGIS or transfer raw scan data (including photos) to photogrammetry software such as Pix4D or Reality Capture. Edit directly on your device Refine, crop, and perfect your scans directly on your device for maximum control and precision. Accurate scans for any space or object Capture your home, garden, or any environment in 3D with LIDAR support. Easily import your scans into 3D modeling software like Blender, 3ds Max, SketchUp, Maya, and more. Use RoomPlan mode for quick floor plans, or TrueDepth mode for smaller, detailed objects. Capture ultra-detailed scans with Photo Mode Leverage our advanced "Photo Mode" to create highly detailed models using Apple’s Object Capture photogrammetry API. Intuitive sharing and measuring tools Share your 3D models effortlessly with the new "Share to Web" feature. Measure your scans with a virtual ruler or create bounding boxes to precisely calculate dimensions such as width, length, and height. Discover the power of the LIDAR sensor Transform your device into a real-time LIDAR scanner and unlock next-level accuracy and detail. View your scans in AR Visualize all your saved scans in an immersive augmented reality viewer for a truly interactive experience. 3D Scanner App is the perfect companion to Sweet Home 3D, enabling you to design, capture, and visualize your dream home with precision and ease. Its 3D scanning technology is supported in Sweet Home 3D, as the generated models can be easily imported and integrated into your projects. Subscribe to access to premium app features; subscription details are the following: - Length: weekly, yearly - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase - Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription 3D Scanner App has been developed by Laan Labs Consulting, a company specialized in AR, CV, and ML algorithms. Visit https://labs.laan.com/ to learn more about Laan Labs Consulting. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Reality Composer

Create augmented reality experiences without prior 3D knowledge. Drag and drop objects, import your own assets, or use the built-in library. Add animations and spatial audio with simple triggers. Export your creations for use in other projects or AR Quick Look.

Highlights
  • Drag and drop object placement
  • Import custom 3D models (.usdz)
  • Built-in AR content library
  • Photogrammetry for 3D model creation
  • Object customization (size, style)
  • Add animations and spatial audio
  • Export as .usdz for AR Quick Look
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Easily prototype and produce AR experiences directly in AR with no prior 3D experience. • Drag and drop to place and rotate virtual objects to assemble your scene directly in AR or on the canvas. • Build your scene by importing your own .usdz files or take advantage of the ready to use virtual objects in Reality Composer’s built-in AR content library, so you can get up and running quickly. • Create high-quality 3D models using photogrammetry and a guided capture process leveraging the advanced LiDAR sensors on your iPhone or iPad (iPhone 12 Pro or later and iPad Pro 5th generation or later). • Customize a virtual object’s size, style, and more. • Add animations that let you move, scale, and add emphasis like a ‘wiggle’ or ‘spin’ to virtual objects, without having any animation experience. • Add spatial audio, all of which can be set up to happen upon a user tapping on those objects, coming in close proximity with them, or other triggers. • Easily send your project back and forth between your iOS device and your Mac with the Reality Composer app bundled with Xcode. • Export your complete scene as a .usdz file to use in AR Quick Look, use in your existing 3D projects, or integrate it into your Xcode project with Reality Composer on Mac. • Record sensor and camera data in the actual location you are building it for, and then replay it on your iOS device while building your app in Xcode later. This lets you iterate and build out your AR experience using the recorded data without the need to physically move your device or go to another location.

Screenshots

3d Scanner App™4 screens
Reality Composer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reality Composer at none against 3d Scanner App™'s 8. Reality Composer also leads on ads (none vs shown). 3d Scanner App™'s advantage is ratings volume (16K vs 273) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On price and review sentiment 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 Scanner App™ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Reality Composer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3d Scanner App™ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3d Scanner App™ has 16K ratings behind it against 273, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 46% and 47% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

3d Scanner App™ ships an update every 4 weeks, Reality Composer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
3d Scanner App™ versus Reality Composer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter3d Scanner App™Reality Composer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (16K ratings) — better4.2 (273 ratings)
Positive reviews46.5% of reviews47.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16K — better273
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size215 MB152 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAI Photo Editor Lab SRLApple

Customer experience

3d Scanner App™

All ratings15,859 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews951 reviews
Positive46.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative48.5%

Reality Composer

All ratings273 ratings
Positive77.3%
Neutral9.2%
Negative13.6%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive47.3%
Neutral18.6%
Negative34.1%

User reviews

3d Scanner App™

From 16K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Powerful scanning capabilities
  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
  • 🔒 Fully on-device processing
  • 💡 Impressive free app with great features
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes when using high-resolution mode
  • 🐛 Difficulty scanning small objects
  • 🐛 Occasional issues with texture rendering
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
  • 🐛 Scans can have gaps or distortions

Reality Composer

From 273 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great for object capturing
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🎨 Useful for 3D designing and AR
  • 💡 Potential for future AR development

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔍 Limited object capture functionality
  • 🔒 Lack of export options for 3D models
  • 🤔 Confusing controls and navigation

Bugs and requests

3d Scanner App™

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when trying to texture or refine scans
  • Scans sometimes become corrupted or lose data
  • Issues with scanning in low light conditions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to retouch or edit scans
  • Improve compatibility with CAD/3D software
  • Introduce more customization options for scanning
  • Provide better documentation and tutorials
  • Add support for measuring distances and volumes

Reality Composer

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Object capture feature not working as expected
  • Saved projects not loading or being lost
  • Scaling and positioning issues with placed objects
  • Compatibility problems with certain devices
  • Crashes and freezes when performing certain actions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more 3D file formats
  • Improve object capture and scanning capabilities
  • Implement better physics and interaction between objects
  • Introduce more customization options and tools
  • Add background processing and multi-tasking support

In-app purchases

8 purchases

3d Scanner App™

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Weekly premium$4.997 Days
  • Yearly premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly premium$29.991 Year
  • Yearly premium7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Yearly premium$69.991 Year
None

Reality Composer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 3d Scanner App™ free?
3d Scanner App™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reality Composer free?
Reality Composer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 3d Scanner App™ or Reality Composer?
3d Scanner App™ is rated higher. 3d Scanner App™ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while Reality Composer averages 4.2 from 273 ratings.
Do 3d Scanner App™ or Reality Composer have ads?
3d Scanner App™ shows ads; Reality Composer does not.
Which is updated more often, 3d Scanner App™ or Reality Composer?
3d Scanner App™ ships an update every 4 weeks, and Reality Composer every 3 months. Most recently, 3d Scanner App™ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Reality Composer on September 16, 2026.

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