# 3D modeling vs Goblin Node

The clearest difference is update cadence: Goblin Node at every 9 days against 3D modeling's every 2 months. 3D modeling's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 3) and chart position (#101 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D modeling sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Goblin Node sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for 3D modeling against 4.7 for Goblin Node. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D modeling has 14K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

3D modeling ships an update every 2 months, Goblin Node every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D modeling | Goblin Node |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-modeling-design-my-model/id1583923782/reviews) | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goblin-node-texture-lab/id6759722832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 68.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#101** | — |
| Size | 116 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Core five, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276304756) | [Rainer Weston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880351882) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D modeling

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

**Currently charting:** #101 Top Free · 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


### Goblin Node

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goblin-node-texture-lab/id6759722832)

Create professional PBR textures and materials on your iPad with a touch-first, non-destructive procedural workflow. Generate reusable patterns, tileable surfaces, and complete material suites anywhere inspiration strikes, without needing a desktop rig.

**Highlights:** Touch-native procedural texturing, Non-destructive workflow, Modular material generation, PBR material suite creation, 100+ nodes including generators, 3D preview engine, One-time purchase for pro features

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D modeling free?

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

### Is Goblin Node free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 3D modeling or Goblin Node?

Goblin Node is rated higher. 3D modeling averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Goblin Node averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do 3D modeling or Goblin Node have ads?

Neither 3D modeling nor Goblin Node shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 3D modeling or Goblin Node?

3D modeling ships an update every 2 months, and Goblin Node every 9 days. Most recently, 3D modeling was updated on October 15, 2026 and Goblin Node on October 15, 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.*