Comparison

STL Master vs 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

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

Head to head
About

STL Master

View and interact with 3D models in augmented reality. Share instant screenshots and screen recordings of your designs directly from the app.

Highlights
  • STL file viewing
  • Augmented reality (AR) mode
  • Instant screenshots
  • Screen recording
  • Design sharing
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This app also allows you to share instant screenshots and screen recording videos of your designs without using any other tools/apps.

About

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

Capture and create detailed 3D models from your surroundings using your device's LiDAR sensor. Enhance scans with color correction and export them in formats suitable for 3D printing and object modeling.

Highlights
  • Real-time 3D scanning
  • Color correction
  • USDZ and OBJ export
  • 3D model creation
  • Object modeling
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Turn the Real World into 3D with LiDAR Unlock the power of your device’s LiDAR sensor to capture and create stunning 3D models in seconds. Whether you're scanning an object or your next creative idea, our app turns your surroundings into accurate 3D content ready for use. Key Features: - Now you can scan on iPhone Duo and standard iPhones, not only Pro models. - Scan in Real Time: Use your device’s built-in LiDAR scanner to capture detailed 3D objects in seconds. - Adjust: Apply simple color correction to enhance the visual quality of your scans. - Export for 3D Printing: Export your 3D models in USDZ or OBJ format—ideal for object modeling and 3D printing. Whether you're a hobbyist or professional, this is your fast-track to real-world 3D. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription in your Account Settings. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe before the trial ends. See our Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lguIaCr2EoUsLFdAE8i2W-vm5auH7a1f6mF0MmDp2L4 Terms of Service: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wc5IaVelA7NW6cjUDc-Xu5d7SOdTlZUmJTgiOO0bpdo Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

STL Master4 screens
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

STL Master and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of STL Master's written reviews are positive against 33% of 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker's. STL Master also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (4 vs 1). 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker's advantage is ratings volume (188 vs 51). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. STL Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for STL Master against 4.4 for 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 51 and 188 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of STL Master's written reviews are positive against 33% of 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STL Master ships an update monthly, 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
STL Master versus 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTL Master3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (51 ratings)4.4 (188 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.1% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings51188 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJA Logic Labs LLCEvgeny Zhukov

Customer experience

STL Master

All ratings49 ratings
Positive77.6%
Neutral6.1%
Negative16.3%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive86.1%
Neutral5.2%
Negative8.7%

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

All ratings187 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral1.1%
Negative13.4%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative63.0%

Bugs and requests

STL Master

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes immediately on launch
  • Files won't open or load
  • Objects disappear when moved
  • Inconsistent file orientation on load
  • Markup mode traps user and requires app restart
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  • Buttons don't toggle/close properly
  • Measurement dimensions display as mirror images
  • HDRI background doesn't affect model lighting
  • Freezing in editing/pen tip mode
  • Objects zoomed in with no zoom out capability
  • Parts of model cut off or not displayed
  • Mac version has significant stability issues
  • iOS 10.2 compatibility crash

Requested features

13 requests
  • More color and material options
  • Unit measurement display and metric/standard conversion
  • How-to video tutorials for hidden features
  • Proper zoom in/out controls
  • Object positioning/movement button
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  • Measurement and dimension tools
  • Drag-and-drop file opening support
  • Menu items for file operations
  • Closeable menu buttons
  • More file format support
  • HDRI lighting affecting model rendering
  • Save functionality for combined files
  • Proper markup mode functionality

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

STL Master

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

Subscriptions3
  • 7-Day Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 1-Month Access3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1-Year Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is STL Master free?
STL Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker free?
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, STL Master or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker?
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker is rated higher. STL Master averages 4.2 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker averages 4.4 from 188 ratings.
Do STL Master or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker have ads?
Neither STL Master nor 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STL Master or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker?
STL Master ships an update monthly, and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker every 3 weeks. Most recently, STL Master was updated on October 24, 2026 and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker on October 24, 2026.

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