Comparison

EM3D 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

EM3D

Create 3D scans of objects, people, and pets using your device's front-facing 3D camera. Share your creations on social media, export them for 3D printing, or capture memories in a new dimension.

Highlights
  • 3D scan objects with front-facing camera
  • Create 360° or custom selfie videos
  • Scan kids and pets
  • Full color 3D scan export
  • 3D printing service integration
  • Mirror Saver feature for easier scanning
Features
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Ethan Makes 3D Scanner lets you 3D scan objects using the front-facing TrueDepth 3D camera sensor on your device. If your device has Face ID, it has a TrueDepth camera. - Share your 3D selfies on social media. - Automatically create a 360° selfie or create your own custom selfie video. - Scan your kids. They're only little once. Scan your pets. - Capture moments in 3D. - Create full color scans that can be exported and 3D printed in full color. - Supports Bluetooth shutter buttons for 3D scanning on a tripod. Send your full color 3D scan files away to have them 3D printed if you don't own a 3D printer. Use the Mirror Saver feature or the stand-alone EM3D: Mirror Saver app to view the screen on another device, which makes it easier to scan objects in front of you. If you don't have a second device, use the link in the app to download a 3D printable mirror adapter, which changes the direction of the front facing camera 90 degrees. If you follow the link, there is also information on purchasing a mirror adapter if you don't have access to a 3D printer. Use the Toggle Mesh feature from the Action menu to preview the mesh before you purchase an export option.

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

EM3D4 screens
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker at 4.4 against EM3D's 3.2. EM3D's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (45% vs 33%). 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. EM3D sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 101 and 187 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of EM3D's written reviews are positive against 33% of 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EM3D ships an update weekly, 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
EM3D versus 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEM3D3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (101 ratings)4.4 (187 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings101187 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrawny LadsEvgeny Zhukov

Customer experience

EM3D

All ratings98 ratings
Positive54.1%
Neutral5.1%
Negative40.8%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive45.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative45.0%

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

8 purchases

EM3D

One-time8
  • Share Videos$1.99
  • Export PLY$6.99
  • Export OBJ$6.99
Show 5 more
  • Export STL$6.99
  • Export Point Cloud$6.99
  • Export Scene$6.99
  • Unlock All Features$19.99
  • Lifetime Bundle$49.99
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 EM3D free?
EM3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
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, EM3D or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker?
3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker is rated higher. EM3D averages 3.2 out of 5 from 101 ratings, while 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker averages 4.4 from 187 ratings.
Do EM3D or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker have ads?
Neither EM3D nor 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EM3D or 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker?
EM3D ships an update weekly, and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker every 3 weeks. Most recently, EM3D was updated on November 3, 2026 and 3D LiDAR Scanner & Model Maker on November 3, 2026.

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