Comparison

iDesign vs 3D Model App for iPhone

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

Head to head
About

iDesign

Create professional 2D vector drawings, illustrations, and technical designs on your iPad or iPhone. Offers precise touch-based editing with unique offset controls and a full suite of advanced tools for graphics and technical design.

Highlights
  • 2D vector drawing and design
  • Precise touch-based editing
  • Advanced path editing
  • Technical drawing tools
  • Shape libraries
  • Layer management
  • iCloud sync with XDesign
Features
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Precision 2D vector drawing and design on the iPad & iPhone. Make professional quality designs, illustrations and technical drawings on the move using your fingers at last! iDesign has unique features and offset controls which allows you to draw accurately with your finger not getting in the way or blocking your view. Full feature compatibility and automatic sync of designs via iCloud with XDesign (Mac version). User Guide (PDF) available at www.touchaware.com/apps/idesign/userguide FEATURES - A universal app for both iPad and iPhone which adapts to the native screen size of the device. - An unobtrusive icon based visual and context driven user interface with a full screen board view - Toolbars and panels with easy access to frequently used functions for a fast work flow Standard Tools & Functions - Line, polyline, square, rectangle, circle, arc, ellipse, polygons, stars & path tools - Copy and paste selected shapes and groups - Group and ungroup shapes hierarchically to create complex designs - Edit points, convert shapes to path, close shapes, add and remove points, break, weld, explode and join - Precise rotation with ability to rotate at user defined center - Object alignment tools - Fill color and pen color swatches with opacity controls, custom RGB mixer - Stroke width, line style, line caps and corner join styles, arrow ends and dash patters - Text insertion with fonts, styles, sizes, paragraph alignments, multilingual, rotate/resize - Set a background image for tracing/marking over it - Insert images, copy, paste, move, resize and position them accordingly - Multilevel Undo/Redo for all edit operations - Create multiple layers to organize & separate design components - Connector tools for drawing charts and flow diagrams Unique Features for Touch Based Editing - Offset handles for moving and positioning without your finger blocking the view - Nudge controls, allows precise movement of selected shapes or selected points - Delta transformations to apply incremental values by keyboard Advanced Tools for Graphics Design - Advanced path editing options for corner, smooth and symmetric control points, straighten and curve segments - Text to path conversion - Boolean operations on shapes, unite, intersect, subtract, exclude - Freehand drawing, auto smoothened paths - Gradients / color blends Advanced Tools for Technical Drawing - Circle and Arc tool based on center, start/end point, radius and angle of arc - Dimensioning tools, length as well as angular with customisable settings - Support for Feet+Inches+Fractions (U.S & older unit system)
- Architectural formatting option for Dimensions
- Dynamic grid supporting feet, inches and inch fractions at different zoom levels Units & Board Setup - Support for standard and custom board sizes. - Set a drawing scale - Full set of standard unit systems. - Unit aware Grid with customisable settings - Snap to grid, snap to object and points - Unit aware rulers Shape libraries to organise and reuse shapes - Add, remove and organise shapes in your own libraries - A set of standard shapes for creating floor plans included Export/Import & Print - Export designs to JPEG, PNG, PDF & SVG formats - Import SVG files - Share your designs with other iDesign users via Email - Dropbox support for Export, Import - AirPrint Support iDesign is available as a monthly or yearly subscription and includes a free trial period that begins once your purchase has been confirmed with your Apple ID account. At the end of the trial your subscription will start and renew automatically. Your Apple ID account will be charged for the upcoming period unless you disable auto-renew or cancel your subscription in your Account Settings at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Terms of Use: http://www.touchaware.com/apps/termsofuse Privacy policy: http://www.touchaware.com/apps/privacy

About

3D Model App for iPhone

Features
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CREATE 3D MODELS ANYWHERE 3D Model Maker is a mobile workspace for creating, sculpting, painting and editing 3D models on your iPhone or iPad. Start with basic shapes, transform them using intuitive touch controls and turn your ideas into detailed 3D creations—without complicated desktop software. BUILD WITH TOUCH CONTROLS Create objects from simple shapes and interact directly with every element on the screen. Move, rotate and scale objects while viewing your design from different angles. Whether you are learning 3D modeling or developing a new concept, the streamlined workspace makes the creative process easier to understand and control. MODEL WITH PRECISION Fine-tune your design using precise editing tools. Adjust dimensions and proportions, combine shapes and organize multiple objects within the same project. Key modeling tools include: • Move, rotate and scale objects • Enter precise dimensions • Cut and combine shapes • Duplicate and arrange objects • Edit meshes and polygons • Create low-poly models • Undo and redo changes SCULPT AND REFINE DETAILS Use sculpting tools to reshape surfaces, smooth rough areas and add organic details. Combine structured modeling with freeform sculpting to create characters, product concepts, decorative objects and original 3D assets. PAINT AND APPLY MATERIALS Add colors to individual parts of your model and apply materials to complete its appearance. Experiment with different combinations and visual styles before exporting your design or continuing your work in another compatible tool. AI-ASSISTED 3D CREATION Use AI-assisted tools to explore concepts and begin new models faster. Start from an idea or reference image, then customize the result using the app’s modeling tools. Adjust shapes, dimensions, colors and materials to transform an AI-assisted result into an editable model that fits your project. AI can shorten the journey from an initial idea to a 3D creation while keeping you in control of the final design. CREATE FOR DIFFERENT PROJECTS Use 3D Model Maker to create: • Product concepts and prototypes • Models for compatible 3D printing workflows • Low-poly game assets • Characters and decorative objects • Presentation models • Creative 3D artwork • Augmented reality projects EXPORT POPULAR 3D FORMATS Prepare and export your creations for compatible creative workflows: • STL for 3D printing workflows • OBJ for supported modeling software • glTF and GLB for real-time 3D content • USDZ for compatible augmented reality experiences Continue working with your models in compatible 3D software, game-development tools, printing workflows and augmented reality platforms. Slicing, printer setup and printer control require compatible third-party tools. MADE FOR BEGINNERS AND CREATORS 3D Model Maker provides an accessible way to learn basic 3D design, explore ideas and edit models on a mobile device. Build your base structure, refine its proportions, sculpt details, apply colors and materials, then export the finished model for your next project. Download 3D Model Maker and start turning your ideas into editable 3D creations today. SUBSCRIPTION: We offer auto-renewing subscription: • Length: Weekly and Yearly • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew for the selected duration unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase Privacy Policy & Terms of Use • Privacy Policy: https://gosimplex.net/privacy-policy • Terms of Use: https://gosimplex.net/terms-of-service

Screenshots

iDesign4 screens
3D Model App for iPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 3D Model App for iPhone at 100% against iDesign's 50%. 3D Model App for iPhone also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.6) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). iDesign's advantage is ratings volume (87 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iDesign sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and 3D Model App for iPhone sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D Model App for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iDesign has 87 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of iDesign's written reviews are positive against 100% of 3D Model App for iPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iDesign ships an update every 3 months, 3D Model App for iPhone every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iDesign versus 3D Model App for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriDesign3D Model App for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (87 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings87 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTouchAware LimitedAppCraft Studio

Customer experience

iDesign

All ratings87 ratings
Positive37.9%
Neutral6.9%
Negative55.2%
Written reviews474 reviews
Positive50.2%
Neutral11.2%
Negative38.6%

3D Model App for iPhone

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

iDesign

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$79.99
3 purchases

3D Model App for iPhone

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$69.99

Questions

Is iDesign free?
iDesign is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D Model App for iPhone free?
3D Model App for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iDesign or 3D Model App for iPhone?
3D Model App for iPhone is rated higher. iDesign averages 2.6 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while 3D Model App for iPhone averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do iDesign or 3D Model App for iPhone have ads?
Neither iDesign nor 3D Model App for iPhone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iDesign or 3D Model App for iPhone?
iDesign ships an update every 3 months, and 3D Model App for iPhone every 4 days. Most recently, iDesign was updated on October 21, 2026 and 3D Model App for iPhone on October 24, 2026.

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