Comparison

Structure Uplink vs 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

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

Head to head
About

Structure Uplink

This app is a companion for a 3D scanning accessory, enabling live 3D distance measurements and depth/color overlays. It allows streaming 3D data to a computer and managing the accessory's firmware and battery.

Highlights
  • Live 3D distance measurements
  • 3D depth and color overlay
  • Live 3D stream to computer via WiFi
  • Structure Sensor firmware updates
  • Structure Sensor battery level check
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This is the official companion app for the Structure Sensor Made-for-iPad accessory. The Structure Sensor is a groundbreaking accessory that allows your iOS device to capture the world in 3D. Visit http://structure.io to learn about the Structure Sensor accessory and other apps that use it. Features: • View live 3D distance measurements. • Overlay 3D depth and color. • Uplink a live 3D stream to your computer via WiFi. • Update Structure Sensor firmware. • Check your Structure Sensor's battery level.

About

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

Capture and create detailed 3D models from your surroundings using your device's LiDAR sensor. Enhance scans with color correction and export them in formats suitable for 3D printing and object modeling.

Highlights
  • Real-time 3D scanning
  • Color correction
  • USDZ and OBJ export
  • 3D model creation
  • Object modeling
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Turn the Real World into 3D with LiDAR Unlock the power of your device’s LiDAR sensor to capture and create stunning 3D models in seconds. Whether you're scanning an object or your next creative idea, our app turns your surroundings into accurate 3D content ready for use. Key Features: - Now you can scan on iPhone Duo and standard iPhones, not only Pro models. - Scan in Real Time: Use your device’s built-in LiDAR scanner to capture detailed 3D objects in seconds. - Adjust: Apply simple color correction to enhance the visual quality of your scans. - Export for 3D Printing: Export your 3D models in USDZ or OBJ format—ideal for object modeling and 3D printing. Whether you're a hobbyist or professional, this is your fast-track to real-world 3D. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription in your Account Settings. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe before the trial ends. See our Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lguIaCr2EoUsLFdAE8i2W-vm5auH7a1f6mF0MmDp2L4 Terms of Service: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wc5IaVelA7NW6cjUDc-Xu5d7SOdTlZUmJTgiOO0bpdo Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Structure Uplink2 screens
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker at 4.4 against Structure Uplink's 1.9. 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (187 vs 9). Structure Uplink's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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. 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Structure Uplink asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker has 187 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Structure Uplink's written reviews are positive against 33% of 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Structure Uplink ships an update every 5 months, 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Structure Uplink versus 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStructure Uplink3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (9 ratings)4.4 (187 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9187 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXRPro, LLCEvgeny Zhukov

Customer experience

Structure Uplink

All ratings9 ratings
Positive22.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative77.8%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

All ratings187 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral1.1%
Negative13.4%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative63.0%

In-app purchases

None

Structure Uplink

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker

Subscriptions3
  • 7-Day Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 1-Month Access3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1-Year Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Structure Uplink free?
Structure Uplink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker free?
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Structure Uplink or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker?
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker is rated higher. Structure Uplink averages 1.9 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker averages 4.4 from 187 ratings.
Do Structure Uplink or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker have ads?
Neither Structure Uplink nor 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Structure Uplink or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker?
Structure Uplink ships an update every 5 months, and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker every 3 weeks. Most recently, Structure Uplink was updated on October 9, 2026 and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker on October 17, 2026.

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