Comparison

Patchwork Explorer 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

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

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

Patchwork Explorer1 screens
Claydo Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Patchwork Explorer at none against Claydo Studio's 1. On price, update cadence, 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. Claydo Studio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Patchwork Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Patchwork Explorer ships an update every 6 months, Claydo Studio every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Patchwork Explorer versus Claydo Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPatchwork ExplorerClaydo Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.9 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size331 MB201 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLumiscapheArjun Gupte

In-app purchases

None

Patchwork Explorer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Claydo Studio

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro Version$19.99

Questions

Is Patchwork Explorer free?
Patchwork Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Claydo Studio free?
Claydo Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Patchwork Explorer or Claydo Studio have ads?
Neither Patchwork Explorer nor Claydo Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Patchwork Explorer or Claydo Studio?
Patchwork Explorer ships an update every 6 months, and Claydo Studio every 5 months. Most recently, Patchwork Explorer was updated on September 19, 2026 and Claydo Studio on September 30, 2026.

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