Comparison

Graphite 3D vs Proton 4D

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

Head to head
About

Graphite 3D

Design 3D models and CAD drawings using augmented reality. Collaborate live with others in a shared virtual space, draw, and walk around your creations. Export your work to popular desktop applications.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality 3D modeling
  • Collaborative design
  • Spatial CAD drawings
  • Export to desktop formats
  • Photo and video capture
  • Live customer support
Features
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Augmented reality CAD for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. Create, edit, and explore spatial 3D designs wherever inspiration strikes. Now with generative 3D: describe an object and Graphite 3D can generate it directly in your scene. Turn text labels into editable 3D geometry, create objects using Siri, and use Siri or Shortcuts to resize selected shapes to precise dimensions. Design on a shared 3D canvas right in front of you. Draw while walking around your work, view creations from any angle, mark up interiors, plan at true scale, or block out objects as large as buildings. Capture photos and videos, then export your work to desktop CAD, modeling, animation, VFX, and game-development applications. Built for architects, interior designers, contractors, real estate professionals, urban planners, location scouts, VFX and game studios, spatial designers, curators, product designers, event teams, builders, property managers, and landscape planners. Graphite 3D is equally useful in civil engineering, environmental consulting, forestry, mining, forensics, archaeology, healthcare planning, and anywhere you need to think in space before something gets built. Features include: • AI-powered generation of 3D objects from text or spoken descriptions • Generate 3D geometry directly from labels in your drawing • Siri and Shortcuts integration for creating objects and resizing selected shapes • Generative AI renderings that transform spatial drawings into visual concepts • Solid shapes, extrusions, and Boolean modeling • Freeform 3D drawing • Live dimensions in millimeters, centimeters, meters, inches, feet, and yards • Precision 3D cursor • Object, point, line, surface, and angle snapping • Natural editing with Apple Pencil, pinch gestures, and spoken measurements • Full color palette • Focus mode • Topographic and site annotation • Animation paths for Houdini, Maya, Blender, and Unreal Engine • Building-scale, 1:1 editing • Local peer-to-peer collaboration • Core drawing and modeling tools that work offline • Photo and video capture • STL and USD import • STL, SCN, and USDZ export • Autosaved drawing library Sketch on the sidewalk before breaking ground. Test furniture in the room where it will live. Frame a shot before the crew arrives. Trace a gallery walkthrough across an empty floor. Walk a client through a renovation at full scale. Mark up a construction site with real dimensions instead of relying on a paper sketch. Or simply ask Siri to generate the object you need and place it in your scene. Free to start. Graphite 3D Pro unlocks additional professional features. Generative AI features use GenAI Credits and require an internet connection. Graphite 3D® is a trademark of Graphite Design Labs Inc. Multiple patents pending. You are awesome.

About

Proton 4D

Create and edit 3D models with intuitive tools and advanced shading. Seamlessly import and export files for use in other applications or 3D printing. Design characters, buildings, and landscapes with ease.

Highlights
  • Intuitive 3D modeling and sculpting
  • Import/export Minecraft GEO Model and OBJ files
  • Advanced shading and material application
  • Environment and camera features for scene creation
  • Support for game design and architectural visualization
Features
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Proton4D is a powerful and user-friendly 3D modeling tool for artists and enthusiasts. It offers a smooth and intuitive experience, leveraging the graphics processing power of your mobile device. With its easy-to-use navigation and hierarchy system, Proton4D is similar to traditional PC 3D applications, making it accessible for users of all skill levels. With built-in support for both Minecraft GEO Model and OBJ file formats, Proton4D allows for seamless import and export of 3D models. You can easily transfer your creations between Minecraft and other 3D applications or even bring them into the real world through 3D printing (compatibility may vary depending on the hardware and software). In addition to modeling, Proton4D also offers a range of environment and camera features, allowing you to create dynamic and immersive scenes with ease. With access to advanced shading techniques, you can apply realistic textures, materials, and lighting to your models, creating unique and eye-catching scenes. With Proton4D, you can: Model and sculpt complex shapes and structures, such as characters, buildings, and landscapes, with ease thanks to its intuitive navigation and hierarchy system. Import and export Minecraft GEO Models and OBJ files, bringing your creations to life in Minecraft or transferring them to other 3D applications. Apply realistic textures, materials, and lighting to your models, such as metal, wood, and glass, using advanced shading techniques. Experiment with different shaders and materials to create unique and eye-catching scenes, such as futuristic cities and enchanted forests. Create dynamic and immersive scenes with environment and camera features, such as weather effects and cinematic camera movements. Use Proton4D for various applications, such as game design, architectural visualization, and product design. For support or any questions please email: meliorapps@gmail.com Terms of Service: https://www.meliorapps.org/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.meliorapps.org/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Graphite 3D4 screens
Proton 4D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Graphite 3D at 60% against Proton 4D's 0%. Graphite 3D also leads on rating (3.7 vs 2.6) and ads (none vs shown). Proton 4D's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Graphite 3D sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Proton 4D sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Graphite 3D holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Graphite 3D's written reviews are positive against 0% of Proton 4D's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Graphite 3D versus Proton 4D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGraphite 3DProton 4D
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better2.6 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings35 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGraphite Design Labs Inc.MELIORAPPS INTERACTIVE, SRL

Customer experience

Graphite 3D

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral66.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative0.0%

Proton 4D

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Graphite 3D

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Subscription (Monthly)3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Pro Subscription (Yearly)3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time5
  • Tip the Developer (A Little)$0.99
  • Tip the Developer$9.99
  • Gen AI (100 credits)$14.99
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  • Pro Purchase$29.99
  • Tip the Developer (A Lot)$59.99
6 purchases

Proton 4D

Subscriptions6
  • 3D Art Model Render Weekly$2.997 Days
  • 3D Art Model Pro Render Weekly$3.997 Days
  • 2D, 3D, 4D Models Monthly$9.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • 2D, 3D, 4D Pro Models Monthly$12.991 Month
  • 3D Animation Drawing Yearly$99.991 Year
  • 3D ProAnimation Drawing Yearly$149.991 Year

Questions

Is Graphite 3D free?
Graphite 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Proton 4D free?
Proton 4D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Graphite 3D or Proton 4D?
Graphite 3D is rated higher. Graphite 3D averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Proton 4D averages 2.6 from 5 ratings.
Do Graphite 3D or Proton 4D have ads?
Proton 4D shows ads; Graphite 3D does not.

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