Comparison

Shade3D mobile vs AI CAD

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

Head to head
About

Shade3D mobile

View and present your 3D models on the go with intuitive multi-touch gestures. Easily manage and transfer files from various sources, and even set up automated rotations for dynamic presentations.

Highlights
  • 3D model viewing with multi-touch gestures
  • File transfer and management
  • Automated model rotation
  • Capture model positions as photos
  • Supports .shd files from Shade3D
  • Cloud service integration
Features
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Show Your 3D Work Wherever You Go! Using iPad’s 360 degree multi-touch gestures, it’s possible to view your 3D models in Shade3D mobile, from any and every side! Use Shade3D mobile to display your 3D projects for work, or for pleasure. 100% free Shade3D mobile turns your iPad into your 3D presentation tool. Includes 5 Shade3D scene models and 5 sample images! You can do it with Shade 3D mobile: ◆Presentations in 3D With the flick and pinch functions, 3D configurations can be viewed quickly through Shade3D mobile. Shade3D mobile supports flick and pinch gestures for rapid manipulation of 3D files. With iPad, use Shade3D mobile to video mirror onto monitors or HD television for impressive presentations. Set automated rotation for a complete, turn table view of your models from all angles. Set up Shade3D mobile to capture model positions as photos. ◆Easily Transfer Your 3D Models Shade3D mobile makes file transfer and management a snap! ・manage multiple files from within the iTunes document folder ・open and read .shd files attached to email ・read files saved in cloud services such as the Dropbox ◆Expand Possibilities with Shade3D and iPad/iPhone Shade3D mobile supports the Shade scene (.shd) file format created with Shade3D, the most popular 3D software product from Japan. Shade3D allows easy file exchange with Wavefront OBJ, DXF and SKP (SketchUp). Find Shade3D today on shade3d.jp/en site! You don’t need Shade3D to use Shade3D mobile though.

About

AI CAD

Features
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Turn an idea into an editable CAD model using the way you naturally work: take a photo, sketch a concept, or describe what you need in plain language. AI CAD helps transform your input into practical 3D geometry that you can inspect, refine, and share. DESIGN WITH AI • Start from text, a reference photo, or a hand-drawn sketch. • Refine dimensions, features, and shapes through natural-language instructions. • Continue iterating without rebuilding the model from scratch. INSPECT YOUR MODEL • Explore your design in an interactive 3D workspace. • Switch between front, top, and side views for clearer technical inspection. • Work comfortably across both iPhone and iPad. PREPARE FOR REAL WORK • Create designs for engineering concepts, prototyping, manufacturing, and 3D printing. • Share CAD files directly with teammates or move them into your existing workflow. • Use a multilingual interface designed for global engineering teams. From the first idea to the next revision, AI CAD makes computer-aided design more direct, visual, and conversational.

Screenshots

Shade3D mobile4 screens
AI CAD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shade3D mobile at none against AI CAD's 4. Shade3D mobile also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). AI CAD's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 7 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. AI CAD sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Shade3D mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shade3D mobile ships an update every 7 months, AI CAD weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Shade3D mobile versus AI CAD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShade3D mobileAI CAD
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShade3d Co.,Ltd.Hubei Ai Qiang Artificial Intelligence Technology Co. Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Shade3D mobile

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

AI CAD

One-time4
  • 100 AI CAD Credits$1.99
  • 330 AI CAD Credits$5.99
  • 600 AI CAD Credits$9.99
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  • 1300 AI CAD Credits$19.99

Questions

Is Shade3D mobile free?
Shade3D mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AI CAD free?
AI CAD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shade3D mobile or AI CAD have ads?
Neither Shade3D mobile nor AI CAD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shade3D mobile or AI CAD?
Shade3D mobile ships an update every 7 months, and AI CAD weekly. Most recently, Shade3D mobile was updated on November 1, 2026 and AI CAD on November 5, 2026.

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