Comparison

EM3D vs FrontDepth View

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

Head to head
About

EM3D

This utility app acts as a second screen for a 3D scanning application. It allows users to easily scan objects other than themselves by mirroring the scanning device's screen to another iOS device. This feature is particularly useful for capturing detailed 3D models.

Highlights
  • Second screen functionality
  • Mirrors scanning device screen
  • Facilitates scanning objects other than self
  • Standalone app option
  • Compatible with older iOS versions
Features
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Use Mirror Saver as a second screen when 3D scanning with EM3D: Ethan Makes 3D Scanner. Since EM3D uses the high resolution front-facing True Depth sensor, it can be difficult to scan anything other than yourself because you have to point the screen of the scanning device toward the object being scanned. The Mirror Saver feature in EM3D allows you to broadcast the screen to another iOS device, so you can hold the devices back to back and see what you're scanning . However, EM3D requires iOS 13 or higher. Devices that don't have iOS 13 or higher can download the standalone Mirror Saver app, which provides the screen functionality of the Mirror Saver feature.

About

FrontDepth View

Capture real-time images from your device's TrueDepth camera, especially in low light. Explore your face from different angles, switch between 2D and 3D views, and save 3D photos. Browse your saved 3D face images in a dedicated folder.

Highlights
  • Real-time TrueDepth camera feed
  • Low-light image capture
  • Adjustable view range slider
  • Pan display to explore face angles
  • Toggle between 3D and 2D views
  • Save 3D face photos
  • Browse saved 3D photos
Features
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FrontDepth View provides real-time visualization of both TrueDepth camera data and front camera imagery. You can switch between the front camera view, the TrueDepth depth view, or a combined mode that merges both sources to enhance environmental awareness and depth perception. * FrontDepth modes (Options 3 and 4) are particularly effective in low-light or dark environments, helping to reveal surrounding structures and spatial depth. The visible depth range can be adjusted using the slider at the bottom of the screen. * Combined modes (Options 2 and 4) blend front camera imagery with TrueDepth data to enhance object contours and improve depth detail. * In Combined mode, tap the subview to enlarge it for a closer inspection. Tap again to return to the split or combined layout. * 3D Point Cloud View allows you to freely explore your surroundings in an interactive 3D perspective by panning the screen. * The center-point depth is displayed in real time in centimeters. You can capture screenshots at any time by tapping the camera icon, and view your saved images by tapping the photo gallery icon. If you want to view back depth image through LiDAR and back camera, please check our app "LiDAR View". If you want to automatically measure facial features in real time using the TrueDepth camera, please check our app “Measure Face”. If you have any suggestions, feedback, or feature requests, feel free to contact us at hereyouare1981@gmail.com Thank you for using FrontDepth View!

Screenshots

EM3D4 screens
FrontDepth View4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FrontDepth View at 75% against EM3D's 33%. FrontDepth View also leads on rating (4.3 vs 4.0). EM3D's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FrontDepth View holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of EM3D's written reviews are positive against 75% of FrontDepth View's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EM3D versus FrontDepth View: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEM3DFrontDepth View
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (5 ratings)4.3 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5 — better4
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrawny LadsHAN WEI WANG

Customer experience

EM3D

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

FrontDepth View

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

EM3D

No in-app purchases

None

FrontDepth View

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EM3D free?
EM3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FrontDepth View free?
FrontDepth View is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EM3D or FrontDepth View?
FrontDepth View is rated higher. EM3D averages 4.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while FrontDepth View averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.
Do EM3D or FrontDepth View have ads?
Neither EM3D nor FrontDepth View shows ads.

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