Comparison

Abound vs Byrst

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

Head to head
About

Abound

Capture, edit, and share 3D models from your iPhone or iPad. Turn photos into detailed 3D models or scan entire spaces with ease. Visualize, measure, and export your creations for use in professional software or share them instantly with others.

Highlights
  • 3D model capture from photos
  • Space scanning with mini-map
  • Intuitive editing tools
  • Scale-accurate measurements
  • Augmented reality visualization
  • Export to professional software
  • Cross-device syncing
Features
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Capture, create, edit, and share in 3D with Abound, the intuitive 3D scanning and creation platform for iPhone, iPad, and Web. Scan real-world objects and spaces, or use AI Mode to create 3D models from a photo or a text prompt. From photorealistic captures to brand-new creations, Abound makes 3D fast, accessible, and ready for your workflow. Capture the real world or create with AI • Turn photos into detailed 3D models with camera zoom, auto-timer, and manual focus options • Scan spaces as you walk with a mini-map, interactive camera views, and real-time raytrace preview • AI Mode lets you create 3D models from a photo or by describing what you want Edit with speed and precision • Crop, rotate, and clean up scans with intuitive tools • Take precise, scale-accurate measurements • View your scans in the real world with augmented reality Organize and find everything • Browse your library in an interactive, zoomable grid • Search, sort, and filter with ease • Organize scans into folders • Explore geolocated scans with Map View Export into your workflow • Use models in Blender, Unity, Unreal, SketchUp, Maya, and more • Export meshes in USDZ, OBJ, GLTF, FBX, and STL • Export point clouds in LAZ, PLY, and XYZ • Create and export cinematic 4K videos of your scans Access your work anywhere • Sync your library across iPhone, iPad, and Web with an Abound account • Sign in with Apple or Google for seamless cross-device access • View and manage your scans any time at abound3d.com Abound Web • Embed interactive 3D scans on the web with a single line of HTML • Upload DSLR photo sets or videos for professional-grade model creation Share and collaborate instantly • Send scan links that work in any browser, on any platform • Keep scans private or share them publicly • Invite others to view, comment, or download • Share via Messages, email, or third-party apps Your data stays under your control • LiDAR scans are processed on your device, with no Internet required • Photos are deleted immediately after processing on our servers • Your scans stay yours until you choose to share Fast, accessible, and built for creators • Full support for Dark Mode and Dynamic Type • Manage raw scan data with the built-in Storage browser Go Pro with Abound • Unlock premium features including unlimited creations, higher resolution models, and advanced export formats Learn more: abound3d.com Terms of Use: abound3d.com/terms Privacy Policy: abound3d.com/privacy Follow us: @abound_3d on X and Instagram

About

Byrst

Easily transform photos of artwork into immersive 3D models and augmented reality experiences. Allow collectors to visualize art in their own space at true dimensions, enhancing engagement and reducing returns. No 3D design skills or app downloads are required for viewers.

Highlights
  • Create 3D models from photos
  • Augmented reality visualization
  • True-to-life scale
  • Virtual framing options
  • Browser-based AR viewing
  • Website embedding
  • Reusable 3D asset library
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Let collectors see art in their space before they buy. Byrst is the easiest way for artists, advisors, galleries, and auction houses to create immersive 3D models and AR experiences—at true dimensions—directly from standard photos. No 3D design skills. No app required for your collectors. Just upload a photo and share. WHY ARTISTS, GALLERIES & AUCTION HOUSES USE BYRST → 94% higher conversion when collectors visualize art in their space → 2× more engagement on online listings → 40% fewer returns and post-sale surprises WHAT YOU CAN DO Quickly turn standard photos paintings, sculptures, or photography into high-resolution 3D models Let collectors view art in their own home using AR, at true-to-life scale, on any device Add virtual framing with custom frame styles, mat colors, and sizing Share a single link or QR code - collectors see AR instantly in their browser, no app download needed Easily embed AR and “view in your room” experiences directly into your website Build a reusable library of 3D assets for exhibitions, catalogs, and private sales BUILT FOR THE ART WORLD Artists & Photographers - Allow potential buyers to see how your art will look in their spaces in true dimensions. Art Advisors & Dealers - Quickly and easily generate room mock-ups for clients at scale using images of their homes. Galleries & On-line Art Marketplaces - Close the visualization gap for collectors. Let clients visualize works on their walls before committing. Auction Houses - Increase bidder confidence with interactive 3D inspection and “view in your room” previews. The art world has gone digital. Byrst ensures your collection looks exceptional online, in client spaces, and everywhere in between.

Screenshots

Abound4 screens
Byrst4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Byrst at 100% against Abound's 53%. Byrst also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 weeks). Abound's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (856 vs 34). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Abound sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Byrst sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Byrst holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Abound has 856 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Abound's written reviews are positive against 100% of Byrst's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Abound ships an update every 6 weeks, Byrst every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Abound versus Byrst: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAboundByrst
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (856 ratings)5.0 (34 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings856 — better34
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbound Labs Inc.Byrst, Inc.

Customer experience

Abound

All ratings856 ratings
Positive88.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews184 reviews
Positive53.3%
Neutral7.6%
Negative39.1%

Byrst

All ratings34 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Abound

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes on launch or during scanning
  • LiDAR not working on compatible devices
  • Scans failing to process or upload successfully
  • Subscription issues and unexpected charges
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for newer iPhone models with LiDAR
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Better export options and file formats
  • Ability to recover or restore deleted scans
  • More transparent and flexible pricing

Byrst

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Abound

Subscriptions2
  • Abound Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Abound Pro7 Days trial$79.991 Year
7 purchases

Byrst

Subscriptions7
  • Pro (Weekly)$1.997 Days
  • Pro+ (Weekly)$3.997 Days
  • Starter (Monthly)14 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Pro (Monthly)14 Days trial$99.991 Month
  • Pro (Annual)$99.991 Year
  • Pro+ (Monthly)14 Days trial$499.991 Month
  • Pro+ (Annual)$499.991 Year

Questions

Is Abound free?
Abound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Byrst free?
Byrst is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Abound or Byrst?
Byrst is rated higher. Abound averages 4.5 out of 5 from 856 ratings, while Byrst averages 5.0 from 34 ratings.
Do Abound or Byrst have ads?
Byrst shows ads; Abound does not.
Which is updated more often, Abound or Byrst?
Abound ships an update every 6 weeks, and Byrst every 11 days. Most recently, Abound was updated on October 8, 2026 and Byrst on October 2, 2026.

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