Comparison

Patchwork Explorer vs 3D Model Viewer

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

Head to head
About

Patchwork Explorer

Features
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With Patchwork Explorer, use your device to explore your photorealistic 3D models, all of their functions, and the rendering quality. Lumiscaphe’s photorealistic 3D models are trusted by leading industry designers and engineers from many sectors: automotive, aeronautics, transportation, lifestyle & luxury goods, industrial equipment, consumer goods, architecture & construction, design & studio work, and emerging industries. - Photorealistic real-time rendering - Augmented reality - UHD/Retina resolutions supported natively This app requires a preexisting Lumiscaphe account.

About

3D Model Viewer

Easily view and interact with 3D models in various formats like USDZ, STL, and OBJ. Explore your designs with intuitive gestures, high-performance rendering, and augmented reality capabilities. Record animations of your models for sharing.

Highlights
  • View USDZ, STL, OBJ, PLY files
  • Intuitive gesture controls
  • High-performance rendering
  • Augmented Reality (AR) visualization
  • Record rotation animations
  • Supports OBJ with textures
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3D Model Viewer: STL & USDZ - Transform Your Experience with 3D Visualization! Key Features: - Seamless Viewing: Effortlessly open and explore .usdz, .usd, .obj, .stl, .ply files with stunning clarity and detail. Experience 3D models like never before! - User-Friendly Interface: Navigate through your 3D models with simple gestures. Rotate, zoom and pan. - High Performance: Enjoy smooth and fast rendering, ensuring an optimal viewing experience for complex models. - AR Viewer: Visualize your models in AR. - Record: Record the scene with a rotation animation. You can upload .obj with textures, you need to create a zip file with the textures and the .mtl file. Download 3D Model Viewer: STL & USDZ today and step into the future of 3D visualization! Transform the way you see and share your creative ideas. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. - Terms & conditions https://sites.google.com/view/usdz3dviewer/home/termsandconditions

Screenshots

Patchwork Explorer1 screens
3D Model Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Patchwork Explorer at none against 3D Model Viewer's 4. Patchwork Explorer also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). 3D Model Viewer's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 months). On price, ads and device support 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 Model Viewer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Patchwork Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Patchwork Explorer ships an update every 6 months, 3D Model Viewer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Patchwork Explorer versus 3D Model Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPatchwork Explorer3D Model Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.5 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—11 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size331 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLumiscapheAriel Ortiz

In-app purchases

None

Patchwork Explorer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

3D Model Viewer

Subscriptions3
  • All Access$2.997 Days
  • All Access3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • All Access$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-time payment$3.99

Questions

Is Patchwork Explorer free?
Patchwork Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D Model Viewer free?
3D Model Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Patchwork Explorer or 3D Model Viewer have ads?
Neither Patchwork Explorer nor 3D Model Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Patchwork Explorer or 3D Model Viewer?
Patchwork Explorer ships an update every 6 months, and 3D Model Viewer every 4 days. Most recently, Patchwork Explorer was updated on October 6, 2026 and 3D Model Viewer on September 23, 2026.

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