Comparison

UGScan vs DioramaMapMaker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

UGScan

This app uses LiDAR technology to create precise 3D scans of objects, rooms, and landscapes. It offers multiple scanning modes and supports various export formats for design, printing, and sharing.

Highlights
  • LiDAR-based 3D scanning
  • Object, LiDAR, PointCloud, and RoomPlan modes
  • Export to USDZ, OBJ, PLY, STL, glTF, DXF
  • 3D model creation for CAD and 3D printing
  • AR viewing and measurement
  • Cloud sharing and community exploration
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UGScan - LiDAR 3D Scanner for iPhone and iPad Turn real-world objects into accurate 3D models in seconds. UGScan is a powerful LiDAR 3D scanning app built for creators, designers, engineers, and anyone working with 3D content. Scan objects, rooms, and full environments using your iPhone or iPad, then export to industry-standard formats for modeling, CAD, AR, VR, and 3D printing. Core features are now free to use. 4 scanning modes Object Mode Capture small objects, furniture, and assets with high precision. Ideal for 3D modeling, asset creation, and 3D printing. Export formats: USDZ, OBJ, STL, glTF, GLB, DXF LiDAR Mesh Mode Scan rooms, buildings, and real-world environments with textures. Great for scene reconstruction, visualization, and digital twins. Export formats: USDZ, OBJ, STL, glTF, GLB, PLY, BIN, XYZ, DXF Point Cloud Mode Record large-scale point clouds for surveying and measurement workflows. Preserves raw spatial data for professional use. Export formats: OBJ, PLY, BIN (CloudCompare), XYZ RoomPlan Mode Scan full homes and generate floor plans instantly. Ideal for interior design, renovation, and space planning. Export formats: USDZ (RoomPlan), DXF (2D/3D) Professional workflow features Post-processing tools, including texture generation, mesh simplification, cropping, and hole filling Continue scanning within existing projects AR preview and measurement tools for real-time validation Cloud sharing with link-based access and content publishing Multi-format export compatible with Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine, CAD tools, and 3D printing workflows Use cases 3D scanning, 3D modeling, LiDAR capture, digital asset creation, architecture, interior design, engineering documentation, real estate, cultural preservation, education, and 3D printing Device requirements Requires LiDAR-enabled iPhone or iPad, such as Pro models Some features depend on hardware and iOS version Contact ugscan3d@gmail.com

About

DioramaMapMaker

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A new landscape starts with a theme. Create and explore terrain on iPhone and iPad, then take your favorite result into your own creative workflow. CHOOSE A WORLD Start with Forest Valley, Coastal Islands or Wind-shaped Desert. Generate another variation in one step, then adjust vegetation density, terrain relief and material appearance. Advanced controls give you access to presets, seeds and terrain settings. KEEP WHAT YOU LIKE Save complete versions in My Scenes on your device. Add names and notes, make copies, compare results and return to a favorite. Clear apply and discard actions help you explore changes while keeping the completed scene. TAKE YOUR SCENE FURTHER Share a .diorama scene package, a USDZ model or a USDA archive with its PNG texture. Models use meters and preserve the exported scene's scale. USDZ and USDA are static models; the App's wind, flowing-water animation, sound and controls do not automatically carry into other tools.

Screenshots

UGScan4 screens
DioramaMapMaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: UGScan at Free against DioramaMapMaker's $3.99. UGScan also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). DioramaMapMaker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads and 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

UGScan is free to download; DioramaMapMaker costs $3.99 up front. UGScan sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. DioramaMapMaker asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UGScan ships an update fortnightly, DioramaMapMaker every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
UGScan versus DioramaMapMaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUGScanDioramaMapMaker
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.7 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShan ChengliangYu-Hsiang Chang

In-app purchases

5 purchases

UGScan

Subscriptions4
  • UGScan Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
  • UGScan Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
  • UGScan Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • UGScan Premium Yearly$89.991 Year
One-time1
  • Export a scan data$0.99
None

DioramaMapMaker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is UGScan free?
UGScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DioramaMapMaker free?
DioramaMapMaker costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do UGScan or DioramaMapMaker have ads?
Neither UGScan nor DioramaMapMaker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, UGScan or DioramaMapMaker?
UGScan ships an update fortnightly, and DioramaMapMaker every 2 months. Most recently, UGScan was updated on October 25, 2026 and DioramaMapMaker on October 8, 2026.

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