Plastic vs ARstudio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Plastic
Create 3D models using volumetric primitives and boolean operations, not polygons. Apply color and make non-destructive edits throughout the entire workflow. Export your creations for animation, rendering, or 3D printing.
- Volumetric modeling with primitives
- Add and subtract operations
- Integrated coloring tools
- Non-destructive editing
- Export to PLY format
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In contrast to most other modeling tools, Plastic does not use polygons to define the shape of an object. Instead, you build up a volumetric representation by simply combining primitives with add and subtract operations. The same tools used for modeling can also be used to apply color to the model in one continuous workflow. And, since all of these actions in Plastic are non-destructive, you can easily change aspects of your scene at any point without affecting unrelated work. When you are done, objects can be exported as PLY files to be animated, rendered, or 3D printed with the help of other tools. To get started, create a new project by tapping the “+”-symbol in the project gallery. To edit an object in the scene, you can either tap it twice in the outline or tap the “Edit” button after selecting it and switching to the attributes panel. By tapping the plus button in the outline panel, you can now add strokes to your object and build up its shape. Although I am trying my best to provide a polished experience, Plastic is still in an early stage in its development and occasional bugs, missing features, and frequent design changes cannot be completely avoided. If you are interested in updates on the development progress, feel free to follow me on Twitter @raffael_kaehn. For feedback, please send me a direct message or an email to feedback@plastic.app.
ARstudio
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Unleash Your Creativity in Augmented Reality! Step into a world of limitless imagination with ARstudio. Whether you’re a casual creator, a DIY enthusiast, or someone who just loves to play with visuals, ARstudio makes it easy to bring your ideas to life. No need for fancy software—just you, your device, and our intuitive app. Features You'll Love: Layer-Based Editing: Build your masterpiece step-by-step with multiple layers for precision control. Interactive Tools: Easily adjust, resize, and modify your designs in real-time. Who Is It For? ARstudio is for everyone! Whether you’re sketching for fun, crafting unique content for social media, or designing something more polished, ARstudio is your playground. Beginners will love how easy it is to get started, and more advanced creators will appreciate the depth and flexibility of our tools. Why Choose ARstudio? Unlike other apps, ARstudio lets you create directly in the app—no pre-made templates or transparent layers required. It’s simple, fun, and powerful enough to support pros too. Join the Community: Get inspired, share your creations, and connect with other creators on our Instagram. See what’s possible with ARstudio and be part of a growing community of visionaries. Download ARstudio today and turn your everyday moments into augmented reality masterpieces!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: ARstudio at Free against Plastic's $9.99. ARstudio also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Plastic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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
ARstudio is free to download; Plastic costs $9.99 up front. ARstudio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Plastic asks for nothing beyond the download.
Plastic ships an update every 3 months, ARstudio every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Plastic | ARstudio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.8 (16 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 122 MB | 316 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raffael Kaehn | Pyro Studio Pte.Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Plastic
No in-app purchases
ARstudio
- Peppy Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
- Peppy Pro Yearly Discount$12.991 Year
- Peppy Pro Yearly$19.991 Year









