Comparison

Patchy Scan 3D vs Claydo Studio

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Scan areas as multiple patches
  • Export .Obj models with textures
  • Examine scans in Augmented Reality
  • Capture video of creations
  • AR feature point tracking
Read full description

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.

About

Claydo Studio

Create 3D models using simple shapes and intuitive gestures. Visualize designs in augmented reality and export them for 3D printing or professional software. Ideal for designers, hobbyists, teachers, and kids.

Highlights
  • Simple 3D modeling with basic shapes
  • Augmented Reality visualization
  • Export to STL and OBJ formats
  • Millimeter precision for 3D printing
  • In-built video tutorials
  • COPPA and GDPR compliant
Features
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Claydo is a simple 3D design app designed for use on the Ipad. It is used by designers, hobbyists, teachers and kids to make toys, prototypes, home decor, Minecraft models.. the list is endless! Model your design using simple shapes such as spheres, cubes and cylinders.. merge or subtract in order to get the right shape with a few taps. Use the inbuilt Augmented Reality functionality to see your models in the real world, with an easy to use workflow and ability to resize and rotate the model intuitively. Export your Claydo creations to a 3D printer as .STL or .OBJ file formats which work seamlessly in apps like Maya and Blender. Claydo's Apple Metal technology allows you to work with complex polygonal meshes in realtime using simple taps and gestures. Handy measurement tools to export STL files with millimeter precision and with inbuilt 3d printer profiles. 1>Easy UI and workflow, get up and running in minutes 2>Augmented Reality functionality built in , with easy workflow 3>Export out precision models as STL files for 3d printing 4>Export out as .OBJ for use in DCC software like Maya/Blender/C4D 5>In-built Videos tutorials to get started fast, perfect for schools and teachers to introduce kids to 3d modelling. 6>Bundled models in .CLAY format which match the video tutorials. 7>Turntable mode for showcasing and sharing your creations as movies. 8>Fully COPPA and GDPR compliant, no log-in or registration required. Claydo is built by Appy Monkeys, an app developer with years of experience in creating fun and intuitive creativity apps with over 5 million downloads on the App store and recipient of various awards such as Children's Tech Review and Purdue University's guide for STEM apps.

Screenshots

Patchy Scan 3D2 screens
Claydo Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Patchy Scan 3D at 3.7 against Claydo Studio's 2.9. Patchy Scan 3D also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). Claydo Studio's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Patchy Scan 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Claydo Studio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Patchy Scan 3D holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Patchy Scan 3D's written reviews are positive against 0% of Claydo Studio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Patchy Scan 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, Claydo Studio every 5 months. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Patchy Scan 3D versus Claydo Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPatchy Scan 3DClaydo Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (11 ratings) — better2.9 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB201 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerniels janssonArjun Gupte

Customer experience

Patchy Scan 3D

All ratings11 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Claydo Studio

All ratings10 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Patchy Scan 3D

One-time1
  • Exporting scans .Obj format$3.99
1 purchases

Claydo Studio

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro Version$19.99

Questions

Is Patchy Scan 3D free?
Patchy Scan 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Claydo Studio free?
Claydo Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Patchy Scan 3D or Claydo Studio?
Patchy Scan 3D is rated higher. Patchy Scan 3D averages 3.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Claydo Studio averages 2.9 from 10 ratings.
Do Patchy Scan 3D or Claydo Studio have ads?
Neither Patchy Scan 3D nor Claydo Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Patchy Scan 3D or Claydo Studio?
Patchy Scan 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, and Claydo Studio every 5 months. Most recently, Patchy Scan 3D was updated on September 30, 2026 and Claydo Studio on September 30, 2026.

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