Comparison

VDateNow vs 3teneBT

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

Head to head
About

VDateNow

Create augmented reality scenes by placing virtual characters on real-world surfaces. Take photos from any angle, customize characters with different VRM models, and even import external animations. This app allows for immersive virtual photography experiences.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality character placement
  • Customizable VRM model import
  • External motion import
  • Any-angle photography
  • Marker image toggle
  • Smartphone VR goggles support
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[Application overview] *When you see the marker on the table with the terminal camera, the character sits on the other side of the table. *You can take pictures from any angle you like. *You can change the characters by loading another VRM model you prepared. (You can import VRM model from VRoid Hub) *You can also use VR goggles for smartphones (The camera is not blocked.) to see 3D images. *You can also import and play external motions. [how to use] *Pre-work 1. Print the images shown below in A3 size (210 * 297mm). https://drive.google.com/open?id=1aso6gAUGB4HI2F_N13i5yd0A4FteaKOB 2. Place the printed image on the table where you want the character to appear. * How to operate this application ** How to make a character appear 1. When you start the application, the character list will be displayed, so please select the model you want to display. *Initially, Alicia Solid is the only character. You will learn how to add other models later. 2. Press the Menu icon to delete the Character List window. (Press again to redisplay) 3. Please look at the pictures you prepared in advance through phone camera. 4. When the "character selection" and "Fit image to camera" conditions are met, the characters automatically appear and sit at the table. We're all set. ** After the character appeared - Press the camera icon to take a picture. Take a picture from any position you like. The shot images are saved in the Gallery. - Press cloth icon to hide (or show) marker image. Hide mode is helpful when you want to put objects on the real maker and take pictures. - Press character icon, and she/he appears again. - You can load the other model to change to her/him. *How to Add VRM Models * Cautions * Read and use VRM files in accordance with the terms of use of each VRM file. Click the “Import VRM Files” button and select the model files you want to import. Such files must have the .vrm extension. The previous method used in versions 2.9.0 and earlier — manually placing files directly under the “VDateNow” folder (subfolders allowed) — is still supported. [Privacy Policy] *This application uses the camera of the terminal for AR display. *This app accesses your photo library to save photos [About Default Models] *This application uses the following VRM files as default characters. DWANGO Co., Ltd. "ニコニ立体ちゃん" http://3d.nicovideo.jp/alicia/

About

3teneBT

This app enables real-time body tracking for PC applications using your iPhone or iPad. It transmits body information to a companion PC app, allowing you to animate VRM characters with your own movements. Requires a network connection and a compatible device with an A12 chip or later.

Highlights
  • Real-time body tracking via iPhone/iPad
  • Transmits body data to PC app
  • Animates VRM characters with user movement
  • Requires A12 chip or later
  • Network connectivity needed
Features
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3teneBT(3tene Body Tracking) は、PC版アプリ「3teneBT for PC」でボディトラッキングを行うためのサポートアプリです。 A12以降のチップ搭載機種をお持ちなら、iPhone(iPad) のボディトラッキング機能を使って取得した体の情報を 3teneBT for PC に送信し、 3teneBT for PC で表示中のキャラクター(VRM)の動きにリアルタイムに反映させることができます。 お気に入りのキャラクターをあなたの動作で簡単に動かしてみましょう。 ※A12以降のプロセッサが必要です。 使い方 ※接続にはネットワークの知識が必要になります。 1. iPhone(iPad) を PC(3teneBT for PC) と同じネットワーク(ルータ)に WiFi 接続してください。 2. 3teneBT for PC の設定ウインドウ「情報」に表示されている IPアドレスの数字 xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx を入力し、接続アイコンをタップすると 3teneBT for PC へ認識結果が送信されます。(認識結果だけが送信され、カメラ画像は送信されません。) 3. 3teneBT for PC の右側メニュー一番上のアイコンを押下してください。 4. iPhone(iPad)で認識した体の情報が 3teneBT for PC のキャラクターに反映されます。 セキュリティソフトのファイアウォールが有効の場合に、3teneBT for PC と 3teneBT の通信がブロックされる場合があります。その場合はセキュリティソフトに設定を追加する必要があります。

Screenshots

VDateNow3 screens
3teneBT1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VDateNow at 3.5 against 3teneBT's 1.7. VDateNow also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 22 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VDateNow holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VDateNow ships an update every 2 months, 3teneBT every 22 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VDateNow versus 3teneBT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVDateNow3teneBT
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (4 ratings) — better1.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 22 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size182 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYoshihiro Itoplusplus

Customer experience

VDateNow

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

3teneBT

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

VDateNow

No in-app purchases

None

3teneBT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VDateNow free?
VDateNow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3teneBT free?
3teneBT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VDateNow or 3teneBT?
VDateNow is rated higher. VDateNow averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while 3teneBT averages 1.7 from 3 ratings.
Do VDateNow or 3teneBT have ads?
Neither VDateNow nor 3teneBT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VDateNow or 3teneBT?
VDateNow ships an update every 2 months, and 3teneBT every 22 months. Most recently, VDateNow was updated on June 1, 2026 and 3teneBT on September 9, 2026.

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