# Metaspace vs PLAN 3D

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PLAN 3D at 100% against Metaspace's 49%. PLAN 3D also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Metaspace's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (88 vs 9). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Metaspace sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PLAN 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

PLAN 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Metaspace has 88 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Metaspace's written reviews are positive against 100% of PLAN 3D's.

Metaspace ships an update every 5 days, PLAN 3D every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Metaspace | PLAN 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metaspace-3d-sketchbook/id1438400795/reviews) | **[4.2 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plan-3d/id1560702114/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 48.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 87 MB | 502 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Rafal Kopiec](https://appshunter.io/developer/1393047763) | [PLAN Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539508894) |

## What reviewers say

### Metaspace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metaspace-3d-sketchbook/id1438400795)

Create 3D drawings on an infinite canvas using realistic brushes and Apple Pencil support. Explore your creations in AR, overlay them on 3D scans, or create animated walkthroughs. Ideal for concept art, mind mapping, and creative exploration.

**Highlights:** 3D drawing on infinite canvas, Photorealistic pressure/tilt sensitive brushes, Apple Pencil support, Augmented Reality (AR) mode, Import USDZ files, Create animated walkthroughs, Landscape and split-screen support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Metaspace - 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlock Metaspace - 1 Year | $17.99 | per year |
| Unlock Metaspace - Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative 3D sketching
- 🌟 Powerful capabilities
- ✨ Great for 3DCG enthusiasts
- 👍 Easy to learn (for some)
- 🚀 Good for quick 3D sketching

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Difficult to use
- ❓ Confusing interface
- 🐛 Lines don't line up
- 🐛 Drawing placement incorrect
- 🐛 Rotation not working well

**Reported bugs**

- Lines don't line up
- Drawing placement incorrect
- Rotation not working well
- Coloring issues (seizures, epilepsy)
- Import quality blurry

**Requested features**

- Add Chinese language support
- Add tutorial
- Add selection tool
- Add bucket tool
- Add ruler system


### PLAN 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plan-3d/id1560702114)

Create and explore immersive 3D information spaces. This app allows you to build your own metaverse-style environments, place interactive 3D models, and collaborate with others. It features multi-tasking tabs, a web browser within 3D spaces, and various channels for chat, notes, and data.

**Highlights:** Visualize and interact in 3D spaces, Place and make 3D models interactive, Multi-tasking interface windows, Design and build 3D spaces, Web browser within 3D environments, Collaborative channels for chat and notes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metaspace free?

Metaspace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PLAN 3D free?

PLAN 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Metaspace or PLAN 3D?

PLAN 3D is rated higher. Metaspace averages 3.5 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while PLAN 3D averages 4.2 from 9 ratings.

### Do Metaspace or PLAN 3D have ads?

Neither Metaspace nor PLAN 3D shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Metaspace or PLAN 3D?

Metaspace ships an update every 5 days, and PLAN 3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Metaspace was updated on November 6, 2026 and PLAN 3D on November 3, 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.*