# 3D modeling vs Graph Paper

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 3D modeling at 68% against Graph Paper's 25%. 3D modeling also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.8) and ratings volume (14K vs 8). Graph Paper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D modeling sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Graph Paper asks for nothing beyond the download.

3D modeling holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D modeling has 14K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of 3D modeling's written reviews are positive against 25% of Graph Paper's.

3D modeling ships an update every 2 months, Graph Paper daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D modeling | Graph Paper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-my-model/id1583923782/reviews)** | [2.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/graph-paper/id6727015373/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **68.1% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#90** | — |
| Size | 116 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Core five, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276304756) | [Accidental Fish Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/403084780) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D modeling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-my-model/id1583923782)

**Currently charting:** #90 Top Free · Graphics & Design, #160 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Create 3D models and digital art on your mobile device. Sculpt, sketch, and color your designs with intuitive gesture controls and a comprehensive set of modeling tools. Export your creations in standard formats.

**Highlights:** Gesture-based 3D manipulation, Vertex, edge, and face editing tools, Sculpting and coloring capabilities, UV editor for texture placement, Material application, OBJ file import/export, Video tutorials for all tools

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Helpful tutorials
- 🎨 Good modeling tools
- 🎨 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Exporting locked behind paywall
- 🔒 Subscription model
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Unclear file management
- 🔍 Confusing controls

**Reported bugs**

- Painting issues with textures
- Inconsistent scaling behavior
- Reference images disappearing
- Inability to delete objects

**Requested features**

- Add layer management
- Improve UV mapping tools
- Implement lighting controls
- Allow importing custom models
- Add mirror/symmetry mode


### Graph Paper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/graph-paper/id6727015373)

This app provides a minimalist digital sketchpad with a hand-drawn feel for planning, diagramming, and doodling. It offers both freehand and vector drawing tools, grid alignment, and iCloud sync for seamless workflow across devices.

**Highlights:** Authentic hand-drawn feel, Blueprint and Graph Paper modes, Freehand and Vector drawing tools, Grid-aligned shapes and text, Precise shape editing, iCloud sync, Export sketches as images

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D modeling free?

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

### Is Graph Paper free?

Graph Paper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, 3D modeling or Graph Paper?

3D modeling is rated higher. 3D modeling averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Graph Paper averages 2.8 from 8 ratings.

### Do 3D modeling or Graph Paper have ads?

Neither 3D modeling nor Graph Paper shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 3D modeling or Graph Paper?

3D modeling ships an update every 2 months, and Graph Paper daily. Most recently, 3D modeling was updated on September 25, 2026 and Graph Paper on June 5, 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.*