# Pixel 3D vs Dot3D

The clearest difference is rating: Dot3D at 4.7 against Pixel 3D's 3.9. Dot3D also leads on ratings volume (96 vs 16). Pixel 3D's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel 3D sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.49 per month and Dot3D sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dot3D holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dot3D has 96 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Pixel 3D's written reviews are positive against 81% of Dot3D's.

Pixel 3D ships an update every 9 days, Dot3D every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 17, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel 3D | Dot3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-3d-3d-model-creator/id1604502722/reviews) | **[4.7 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot3d-precision-lidar-scanner/id1641016966/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **96** |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | **81.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [涛 吴](https://appshunter.io/developer/1194352016) | [DotProduct LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606557130) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-3d-3d-model-creator/id1604502722)

Capture photos of objects and send them to a macOS application to create high-quality 3D models. View models in AR on your iPhone or export them to Blender.

**Highlights:** Photo capture for 3D modeling, macOS companion app for model creation, AR Quick Look viewing on iPhone, Export to Blender, Indoor room space scanning, USDZ and OBJ file support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version - Monthly | $8.49 | per month |
| Pro Version - Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Version - Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |


### Dot3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot3d-precision-lidar-scanner/id1641016966)

This app transforms your LiDAR-equipped iPhone or iPad into a professional 3D laser scanner. It offers verifiable accuracy and large-scale reliability for various industries, ensuring total data privacy with local processing. Capture detailed 3D site maps for real estate, forensics, and industrial applications.

**Highlights:** Real-time 3D scanning, Targeting workflows for accuracy, Loop-closure technology, GNSS compatibility, Local data processing (no cloud), 3D measurements and calculations, Export to CAD and BIM software

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dot3D Pro Monthly Subscription | $49.99 | per month |
| Dot3D Pro Annual Subscription | $349.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel 3D free?

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

### Is Dot3D free?

Dot3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pixel 3D or Dot3D?

Dot3D is rated higher. Pixel 3D averages 3.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Dot3D averages 4.7 from 96 ratings.

### Do Pixel 3D or Dot3D have ads?

Neither Pixel 3D nor Dot3D shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel 3D or Dot3D?

Pixel 3D ships an update every 9 days, and Dot3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pixel 3D was updated on August 17, 2026 and Dot3D on September 28, 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.*