Comparison

Able Hands 3D Scanner vs DarkRef

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

Head to head
About

Able Hands 3D Scanner

Transform your iPhone into a portable 3D scanner using its TrueDepth camera. Capture objects and receive 3D files directly to your inbox, ready for use in design or modeling software. On-device processing ensures your scans remain private.

Highlights
  • TrueDepth camera integration
  • Portable 3D capture
  • On-device processing
  • STL file export
  • Scan history organization
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The Able Hands 3D Scanner turns your iPhone's TrueDepth camera into a portable 3D capture tool. Scan accessories, parts, props, or any object that fits within TrueDepth's range. Once your scan is complete, the 3D file is delivered straight to your inbox as an STL — ready to drop into your slicer, CAD tool, or modeling software. Built for the iPhone you already have - TrueDepth-based capture (iPhone X and later) - On-device processing — scans stay on your phone - Scan History keeps every capture organized - Standard STL output compatible with any modern CAD or slicing tool The Able Hands 3D Scanner is a 3D capture tool. It does not diagnose, treat, or recommend treatment. Clinical use of patient scans, and any devices subsequently designed or fabricated from those scans, is the responsibility of the treating practice under the terms of the End User License Agreement.

About

DarkRef

Organize your visual inspiration with images, GIFs, and notes. This app offers a free, intuitive platform for artists to manage references across all devices, with optional cloud sync for seamless backup and access.

Highlights
  • Unlimited boards and images
  • Image and GIF support
  • Notes and annotations
  • Folder organization
  • Offline access
  • Cross-device sync
Features
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Your own library of art references, organised and on all your devices. DarkRef is a powerful reference board designed for digital artists. Organize your inspiration with images, GIFs, notes, videos and folders; all in one beautiful, minimalist library and use canvases to plan your next big artwork. 100% FREE TO USE All core features are completely free including your reference library, automatic image tagging, canvases and more. Create unlimited boards, add unlimited images and GIFs, take notes, and organize with folders. The only features requiring a paid plan are for syncing your files across devices and for live collaboration boards where you can work with your team together on a shared board. All the core features are completely free. WORKS OFFLINE All your references are stored locally on your device. Work anywhere, even without internet. With a DarkRef paid plan, your changes sync automatically when you're back online. WHY DARKREF? Unlike other reference board apps, DarkRef truly works everywhere. Whether you're sketching on your iPad at a coffee shop, at the office on your Mac or working at home, your references are always with you. Perfect for: • Digital artists and illustrators • Concept artists • Character designers • Environment artists • Animators • Game artists • Anyone who needs organized visual references Download DarkRef for free today and never lose track of your inspiration again.

Screenshots

Able Hands 3D Scanner4 screens
DarkRef3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Able Hands 3D Scanner at 100% against DarkRef's 25%. Able Hands 3D Scanner also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.2). DarkRef's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Able Hands 3D Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DarkRef sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Able Hands 3D Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Able Hands 3D Scanner's written reviews are positive against 25% of DarkRef's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Able Hands 3D Scanner versus DarkRef: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAble Hands 3D ScannerDarkRef
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better3.2 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB62 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperABLE HANDS REHABILITATION PCTimothy Patrick Dommett

Customer experience

Able Hands 3D Scanner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DarkRef

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Able Hands 3D Scanner

One-time1
  • Export Scan$4.99
2 purchases

DarkRef

Subscriptions2
  • Sync Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Sync Annual$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Able Hands 3D Scanner free?
Able Hands 3D Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DarkRef free?
DarkRef is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Able Hands 3D Scanner or DarkRef?
Able Hands 3D Scanner is rated higher. Able Hands 3D Scanner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DarkRef averages 3.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Able Hands 3D Scanner or DarkRef have ads?
Neither Able Hands 3D Scanner nor DarkRef shows ads.

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