Thangs vs Inlaid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Thangs
Explore the largest 3D model search engine with over 15 million models. Discover new creators and connect with a growing community for CAD, 3D printing, AR, and VR applications. Find or upload tens of thousands of models weekly across various 3D formats.
- Largest 3D search engine
- Over 15 million 3D models
- Discover 3D creators
- Support for 30+ 3D formats
- Filters for 3D printing
- Connect with creators
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Whether a 3D printing enthusiast, CAD engineer, or AR VR consumer - Thangs is the first stop on your 3D journey: * Search: Largest 3D search engine on the planet, with over 15M models * Discover: Fastest growing community of 3D creators, with thousands of new models uploaded every week * Connect: Find your next favorite creator, follow them and be notified every time they upload new models With support for over 30 3D formats, Thangs users uploads tens of thousands of 3D models a week that span CAD, 3D printing, AR and VR use cases. If it isn’t on Thangs, use Thangs to search over 13M models across all major platforms. Powerful filters allow 3D printers to see only models which are available for 3D printing or additive manufacturing. Metaverse, Omniverse, or 3D printing in real life - Thangs exists to connect 3D creators with 3D consumers.
Inlaid
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Inlaid is a comprehensive inventory management tool designed to digitize physical storage. By combining visual AI analysis with NFC technology, Inlaid creates a searchable database of your containers, boxes, and collections, accessible instantly from your iOS devices. As a modern replacement for manual spreadsheets, Inlaid leverages native iOS technologies, including CloudKit, Core NFC, and Spotlight to provide a seamless, secure, and professional organization system. Core Features: • iCloud Sync: Automatic, secure synchronization across iPhone and iPad using CloudKit. Inventory data remains consistently updated across all devices with no external accounts required. • AI Visual Search: Advanced image analysis automatically generates descriptive keywords for container contents. Retrieve items by searching for materials, object types, or colors (e.g., "Glass," "Cables," "Blue") without manual tagging. • NFC Container Linking: Link standard NTAG215 tags to physical containers. Scanning a linked tag instantly launches the specific container manifest, providing immediate access to content lists without manual searching. • NFC Writer Suite: Includes a built-in utility to program custom NFC tags. Write standardized payloads for Wi-Fi credentials, URL navigation, FaceTime calls, and SMS triggers directly from the app. • System-Level Search: Full integration with iOS Spotlight allows for item and container retrieval directly from the iPhone Home Screen. • Private & Secure: Built with a privacy-first architecture. All inventory data is stored locally on-device and in your private iCloud container. Supported Use Cases: • Relocation: Managing packing manifests and box tracking during moves. • Asset Management: Cataloging valuable collections, electronics, or equipment. • Archival Storage: Indexing long-term storage, tax documents, and files. • Home Automation: Programming functional NFC triggers for smart home utility.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Thangs at 16.4 against Inlaid's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Thangs | Inlaid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (117 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 117 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Physna, Inc | SPENCER WILLIAM DEARMAN |
Bugs and requests
Thangs
Reported bugs
12 issues- App freezes on splash screen and never loads
- Image preview loading failures
- 2FA login code submission button hidden behind keyboard
- Email/password login not functional
- App crashes within minutes of use
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- Scrolling broken on search results
- Touch input unresponsive on right side of screen
- Blank pages on iPad
- App incompatible with latest iOS versions
- Duplicate content in news feed
- Search results missing known models from Thingiverse
- Inconsistent app behavior between landscape and portrait modes
Requested features
10 requests- Direct download functionality from mobile app
- Dark mode option
- Ability to view liked models on mobile
- Zoom functionality for model images
- Save to collections feature
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- AR (augmented reality) model viewing
- Improved search result relevance
- Back button navigation
- Landscape/portrait mode consistency
- Remove redirect pages for direct downloads
Inlaid
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Thangs
No in-app purchases
Inlaid
No in-app purchases









