Comparison

Able Hands 3D Scanner vs Depth3D Object Scanner

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

Depth3D Object Scanner

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Depth3D turns your iPhone's TrueDepth sensor into a handheld 3D scanner for small objects, producing print-ready models in STL, OBJ, and 3MF formats. No turntable required Just place an object on your desk and move your iPhone slowly around it. Depth3D captures it from many angles and reconstructs the shape automatically. Ready to 3D print The app detects the desk plane and closes the bottom into a flat, watertight (manifold) mesh, so the result loads straight into your slicer as a printable model. Major 3D formats Export to STL, OBJ, or 3MF and bring your scan directly into your favorite slicer or CAD software. Designed to use without looking Because it uses the front camera, you can't see the screen while scanning. Haptics, sound, and full-screen color feedback let you follow scanning progress without watching the display. Great for - Custom cases for AirPods cases and small items - Duplicating and archiving figures and parts - Creating practice models for 3D printing Requires an iPhone with a TrueDepth sensor. All processing happens on device; your scan data is never sent anywhere.

Screenshots

Able Hands 3D Scanner4 screens
Depth3D Object Scanner2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Depth3D Object Scanner at none against Able Hands 3D Scanner's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Depth3D Object Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Able Hands 3D Scanner versus Depth3D Object Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAble Hands 3D ScannerDepth3D Object Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB1 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperABLE HANDS REHABILITATION PCMasayuki Yamaji

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Able Hands 3D Scanner

One-time1
  • Export Scan$4.99
None

Depth3D Object Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Able Hands 3D Scanner free?
Able Hands 3D Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Depth3D Object Scanner free?
Depth3D Object Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Able Hands 3D Scanner or Depth3D Object Scanner have ads?
Neither Able Hands 3D Scanner nor Depth3D Object Scanner shows ads.

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