File Glider vs 3Dee
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
File Glider
Wirelessly transfer files to and from compatible Bluetooth Low Energy or Wi-Fi devices. Browse, edit, and manage files directly within the app or integrate with the Files app for broader access. Supports multiple device management and sharing across applications.
- Wireless file transfer
- BLE and Wi-Fi support
- File browsing and editing
- Files app integration
- Multiple device management
- Cross-app access sharing
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Wirelessly transfer files to and from file transfer ready Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or Wi-Fi firmware. Browse and edit files from within File Glider or use the Files app integration to access the files from other apps. Multiple devices can be managed at once and access can be shared amongst multiple apps. Compatible devices: * nrf52840 boards running CircuitPython * ESP32-S2 TFT The file transfer protocol is open so you can use File Glider with custom firmware. See GitHub for protocol details: https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CircuitPython_BLE_File_Transfer Source for the app is here: https://github.com/adafruit/Glider-for-iOS
3Dee
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3Dee is your go-to reference for 3D printing – compact, offline, and straight to the point. MATERIAL PROFILES 15 material profiles with recommended temperatures, print speeds, drying instructions, and slicer tips for Cura, PrusaSlicer, and Bambu Studio. Compare two materials side by side and check if a material suits your printer profile. TROUBLESHOOTING 14 common print issues – from stringing and warping to layer separation. Clear causes, clear solutions. CALIBRATION GUIDES 6 step-by-step guides for Z-Offset, temperature tower, retraction, flow rate, e-steps, and pressure advance – with difficulty level and estimated time. GLOSSARY 24 technical terms explained clearly, with practical examples and tips. GLOBAL SEARCH One search bar – all content. Materials, issues, terms, and calibration guides at a glance. CUSTOMIZABLE Temperatures in °F or °C, speed in mm/s or in/s, Dark Mode, German and English – your choice. 3Dee works fully offline. No ads. No sign-in. No data collection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: File Glider at 3 against 3Dee's 1. File Glider also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | File Glider | 3Dee |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adafruit Industries | Tim Krisch |
In-app purchases
File Glider
No in-app purchases
3Dee
No in-app purchases
