# PhotoCatch vs UGScan

The clearest difference is review sentiment: UGScan at 70% against PhotoCatch's 33%. UGScan also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (18 vs 2). PhotoCatch's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PhotoCatch sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and UGScan sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PhotoCatch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UGScan has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of PhotoCatch's written reviews are positive against 70% of UGScan's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PhotoCatch ships an update every 2 weeks, UGScan fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PhotoCatch | UGScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photocatch/id1576081762/reviews)** | [4.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ugscan-3d-scanner/id1635980027/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | 32.5% of reviews | **70.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 29 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EOS Innovations LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1139605785) | [Shan Chengliang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1635980029) |

## What reviewers say

### PhotoCatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photocatch/id1576081762)

Transform your photos and videos into impressive 3D models with this powerful mobile studio. Easily create, edit, and export your 3D creations for personal, professional, or industrial use. Share your work seamlessly for AR experiences or integration into other 3D software.

**Highlights:** Create 3D models from photos/videos, Advanced capture tools, Import photos from various cameras, Depth Capture for real-world scaling, Mobile 3D editing tools, USDZ and OBJ export, AR Quick Look integration

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PhotoCatch Essentials | $4.99 | per month |
| PhotoCatch Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| PhotoCatch Small Business | $19.99 | per month |
| PhotoCatch Corporate | $49.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Impressive 3D models
- 🚀 Fast processing on M1 Macs
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Innovative features (e.g., multimedia mode)
- 💰 Free to use (with limitations)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Freezing issues
- 🐛 Export issues (empty folders, wrong formats)
- 🐛 Delete project button broken
- 🐛 Cannot process large amounts of images

**Reported bugs**

- Update prompts when on latest version
- App crashes when using video/photos
- App freezes when processing large image sets
- Export original file (OBJ) creates empty folder
- Delete projects button is broken

**Requested features**

- Perpetual license option
- Option to empty cache/clear storage
- Dark mode option
- More Mac capabilities
- Permanent purchase option


### UGScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ugscan-3d-scanner/id1635980027)

This app uses LiDAR technology to create precise 3D scans of objects, rooms, and landscapes. It offers multiple scanning modes and supports various export formats for design, printing, and sharing.

**Highlights:** LiDAR-based 3D scanning, Object, LiDAR, PointCloud, and RoomPlan modes, Export to USDZ, OBJ, PLY, STL, glTF, DXF, 3D model creation for CAD and 3D printing, AR viewing and measurement, Cloud sharing and community exploration

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UGScan Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| UGScan Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| UGScan Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| UGScan Premium Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Export a scan data | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PhotoCatch free?

PhotoCatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is UGScan free?

UGScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PhotoCatch or UGScan?

PhotoCatch is rated higher. PhotoCatch averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while UGScan averages 4.7 from 18 ratings.

### Do PhotoCatch or UGScan have ads?

Neither PhotoCatch nor UGScan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PhotoCatch or UGScan?

PhotoCatch ships an update every 2 weeks, and UGScan fortnightly. Most recently, PhotoCatch was updated on October 25, 2026 and UGScan on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*