Patchy Scan 3D vs Lidar 3d Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Patchy Scan 3D
Create 3D models from your surroundings using augmented reality. Capture scans as multiple patches, export them as textured .Obj files, and view your creations in AR.
- Scan areas as multiple patches
- Export .Obj models with textures
- Examine scans in Augmented Reality
- Capture video of creations
- AR feature point tracking
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Patchy Scan 3D creates coarse 3D meshes from Augmented Reality tracking features. * Scan small or large areas as multiple patches. * Export the result as .Obj models with textures. * Examine your scans in Augmented Reality with or without live camera feed. * Capture video of your creations. Usage Instructions: 1. Move your phone until yellow feature points appear. 2. Press the scan button to create a mesh and texture. 3. Repeat. Performs best in good lighting and on newer devices. Visit the website for more information.
Lidar 3d Scanner
Transform your compatible device into a professional 3D scanner. Quickly capture real-world objects and export them as 3D scans in OBJ format. Explore new creative possibilities with easy-to-use 3D scanning.
- Professional 3D scanning
- Fast object scanning
- OBJ export format
- Compatible with LiDAR-enabled devices
- Easy to use interface
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Turn your device into a professional 3D scanner with our app. Easily and quickly transform any real object into a 3D scan. Scan and export 3D scans in OBJ format! 3D scans have never been so easy! Install our application and enjoy new opportunities! IMPORTANT NOTICE: LIDAR scan requires camera sensor device, such as the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Subscription Details: - Payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto- renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Automatic renewals will cost the same price you were originally charged for the subscription. - Manage or cancel your subscription from your user settings in the App Store at any time after purchasing. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/3d-scanner-zone/home Terms And Conditions: https://sites.google.com/view/3d-scanner-zone/home
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Patchy Scan 3D at 3.7 against Lidar 3d Scanner's 1.0. Patchy Scan 3D also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Patchy Scan 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Lidar 3d Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Patchy Scan 3D holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Patchy Scan 3D has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Patchy Scan 3D's written reviews are positive against 0% of Lidar 3d Scanner's.
Patchy Scan 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, Lidar 3d Scanner every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Patchy Scan 3D | Lidar 3d Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (11 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | niels jansson | Hanva,LLC |
Customer experience
Patchy Scan 3D
Lidar 3d Scanner
In-app purchases
Patchy Scan 3D
- Exporting scans .Obj format$3.99
Lidar 3d Scanner
- Week Subscription Plan3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Month Subscription Plan3 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Year Subscription Plan3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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