# Creality Cloud vs 3DCDesign

The clearest difference is rating: 3DCDesign at 5.0 against Creality Cloud's 4.6. 3DCDesign also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium). Creality Cloud's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (7.2K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Creality Cloud sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and 3DCDesign sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

3DCDesign holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Creality Cloud has 7.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Creality Cloud ships an update weekly, 3DCDesign every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Creality Cloud | 3DCDesign |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (7.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creality-cloud-3d-printing/id1577663728/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3dcdesign/id6621198431/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 70.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#194** | — |
| Size | 368 MB | 230 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CREALITY 3D (HK) TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577663730) | [Earl Hayes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650523355) |

## What reviewers say

### Creality Cloud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creality-cloud-3d-printing/id1577663728)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This platform simplifies 3D printing for makers and hobbyists. Explore a vast model library, slice and print directly from your phone, and manage your printer remotely. Connect with a global community, earn rewards for your designs, and enhance your creativity.

**Highlights:** Vast 3D model library, Cloud-based slicing and printing, Remote 3D printer control, AI-powered search and design tools, Community engagement and sharing, Rewards for designers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus-Month | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Subscription Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| Plus-Year | $79.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Subscription Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Subscription Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Plus | $79.99 | per year |
| 70 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Membership(1 Month) | $5.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $6.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Membership(1 Month) | $7.99 | one-time |
| 200 GB (1 Month) | $7.99 | one-time |
| 200 GB (1 Month) | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1440 Credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| 50 GB (1 Year) | $25.99 | one-time |
| 50 GB (1 Year) | $29.99 | one-time |
| 100 GB (1 Year) | $40.99 | one-time |
| Yearly Membership(12 Months) | $59.99 | one-time |
| Yearly Membership(12 Months) | $79.99 | one-time |
| 9500 Credits | $109.99 | one-time |
| 22090 Credits | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🔍 Vast model library
- 🌐 Remote printing and monitoring
- 💡 Integrated slicer and scanner

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💰 Paid features and subscriptions
- 🤖 Unreliable AI support
- 📱 Suboptimal iPad experience

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Inconsistent print status updates
- Slicing errors and failed uploads
- Unresponsive controls and freezes

**Requested features**

- Improved translation and localization
- Ability to import own STL files
- More advanced slicer settings
- Streamlined print management
- Stable camera integration


### 3DCDesign

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3dcdesign/id6621198431)

Manage your 3D printing workflow locally. Track printer profiles, print jobs, materials, and customer records. Access resources for planning and troubleshooting prints, with tools for estimates and reports.

**Highlights:** Printer profile management, Material inventory tracking, Print job logging, Cost and speed estimates, Local gallery organization, Printer references and guides, Optional local printer connections

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3DCDesign App - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| 3DCDesign App - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Creality Cloud free?

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

### Is 3DCDesign free?

3DCDesign is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Creality Cloud or 3DCDesign?

3DCDesign is rated higher. Creality Cloud averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.2K ratings, while 3DCDesign averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Creality Cloud or 3DCDesign have ads?

Neither Creality Cloud nor 3DCDesign shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Creality Cloud or 3DCDesign?

Creality Cloud ships an update weekly, and 3DCDesign every 2 months. Most recently, Creality Cloud was updated on October 27, 2026 and 3DCDesign on October 25, 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.*