Comparison

xTool Creative Space vs 3D GO | 3D Printing Models

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

Head to head
About

xTool Creative Space

Design, edit, and control your xTool laser machine from your PC, iPad, or mobile device. Create intricate designs with text curving, QR code generation, and a library of shapes. Process images and connect wirelessly for a seamless workflow anywhere.

Highlights
  • Design and editing suite
  • Machine control
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Text curving
  • QR code generation
  • Shape library
  • Image processing
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xTool Creative Space is developed for xTool laser machines. It integrates the functions of design, editing, and machine control. Experience a seamless, efficient workflow whether you're using a PC, iPad, or mobile. Our iPhone app enables you to: 1. Snap & Process on the go, no need for a computer. 2. Connect your machine wirelessly. From editing to processing, your work follows you wherever you go. 3. Curve your text with a simple click & drag to add flair to your designs. 4. Generate barcodes and QR codes in one click, making your project more interactive. 5. Explore a rich collection of shapes, including Borders, Plants, Animals, Festivals, and more! 6. Quickly upload and process images of multiple formats including XCS, SVG, DXF, PNG, JPG, and BMP. On the iPad app, you'll get more powerful features: 1. Flesh out creativity with hand drawing, just as easy as drawing on a piece of paper. 2. Convert bitmap and sketches to vector path. 3. Create your own material test array with various processing parameters. 4. Tap into xTool Projects, get 1000+ project ideas, tutorials, and free design files created by xTool users.

About

3D GO | 3D Printing Models

This app consolidates 3D model searching, viewing, and slicing from major platforms into a single interface. It allows users to find, preview, organize, and prepare STL files for 3D printing, streamlining the entire workflow.

Highlights
  • Search multiple 3D model sites
  • Full 3D preview and STL viewer
  • Built-in 3D slicer with G-code export
  • Save and organize models into collections
  • Manage STL library
  • Discover trending models and contests
Features
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3D GO – 3D Printing, STL Viewer & Slicer 3D GO is a fast, all-in-one 3D printing app for finding, previewing, organizing, and slicing 3D models from the biggest sites in the world. Instead of jumping between five different websites, folders, and slicers, you can do everything in one place. Search across Thingiverse, Printables, Cults3D, MakerWorld, and MyMiniFactory at the same time to find STL files for parts, tools, upgrades, miniatures, home décor, and just about anything else you want to 3D print. Whether you’re printing functional parts or artistic models, 3D GO makes it easy to discover the best files from the entire 3D printing community. Select models with a full 3D preview and STL viewer, so you can rotate, zoom, and inspect it before you download or slice. This helps you avoid bad files, broken geometry, and wasted filament. You can also open any STL from your device and view it instantly inside the app. When you’re ready to print, 3D GO includes a built-in 3D slicer that converts STL files into print-ready G-code. You can prepare files for PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, and more, then export them for your printer using your normal workflow. It works great alongside Bambu Studio, PrusaSlicer, Cura, and Klipper-based setups. You can save any model from any site and organize them into custom collections. Keep folders for different printers, materials, or projects, search through your saved models, and manage even huge STL libraries without losing track of anything. 3D GO also lets you explore what’s happening across the entire 3D printing world. Browse trending 3D models, check out design contests, and discover new creators without visiting each site individually. No matter what 3D printer you use — Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, Anycubic, Flashforge, Ultimaker, and more — 3D GO fits right into your workflow. Key features • Search Thingiverse, Printables, Cults3D, MakerWorld, and MyMiniFactory • Full 3D preview and STL viewer • Built-in 3D slicer with G-code export • Save models and create custom collections • Search and manage your STL library • View trending models and design contests • Works with all major 3D printers If you’re into 3D printing and tired of juggling multiple websites and slicer apps, 3D GO brings everything together into one clean, fast experience. Download 3D GO and make finding and preparing your next 3D print simple again. Privacy Policy: https://3dgo.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

3D GO | 3D Printing Models4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: xTool Creative Space at none against 3D GO | 3D Printing Models's 2. 3D GO | 3D Printing Models's advantage is review sentiment (48% vs 38%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. 3D GO | 3D Printing Models sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. xTool Creative Space asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for xTool Creative Space against 4.7 for 3D GO | 3D Printing Models. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 3.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of xTool Creative Space's written reviews are positive against 48% of 3D GO | 3D Printing Models's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, 3D GO | 3D Printing Models monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
xTool Creative Space versus 3D GO | 3D Printing Models: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxTool Creative Space3D GO | 3D Printing Models
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better4.7 (3.9K ratings)
Positive reviews37.7% of reviews48.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K3.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size339 MB54 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperMakeblock Co., Ltd.SimpleDev LLC

Customer experience

xTool Creative Space

All ratings1,180 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews61 reviews
Positive37.7%
Neutral11.5%
Negative50.8%

3D GO | 3D Printing Models

All ratings3,934 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews204 reviews
Positive48.0%
Neutral11.3%
Negative40.7%

Bugs and requests

xTool Creative Space

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

3D GO | 3D Printing Models

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and errors
  • Crashing and freezing on various actions
  • Incompatibility with certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to like/save models
  • Improve UI and navigation
  • Implement scrolling on welcome screen
  • Add more advanced slicer features
  • Improve compatibility with older devices

In-app purchases

None

xTool Creative Space

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

3D GO | 3D Printing Models

Subscriptions2
  • 3D Printing Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • 3D Printing Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is xTool Creative Space free?
xTool Creative Space is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D GO | 3D Printing Models free?
3D GO | 3D Printing Models is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, xTool Creative Space or 3D GO | 3D Printing Models?
xTool Creative Space is rated higher. xTool Creative Space averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while 3D GO | 3D Printing Models averages 4.7 from 3.9K ratings.
Do xTool Creative Space or 3D GO | 3D Printing Models have ads?
Neither xTool Creative Space nor 3D GO | 3D Printing Models shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xTool Creative Space or 3D GO | 3D Printing Models?
xTool Creative Space ships an update every 5 weeks, and 3D GO | 3D Printing Models monthly. Most recently, xTool Creative Space was updated on September 17, 2026 and 3D GO | 3D Printing Models on September 22, 2026.

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