Comparison

Segment Anything vs Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

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

Head to head
About

Segment Anything

Perform advanced image segmentation directly on your device without needing an internet connection. This utility offers on-device processing for smooth performance, with a Pro mode unlocking enhanced features for greater control and flexibility in image editing.

Highlights
  • On-device image segmentation
  • Offline functionality
  • Optimized for mobile performance
  • Pro mode with enhanced features
  • Download cutout images
  • Flexible mask editing
Features
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Enjoy state-of-the-art image segmentation on your iPhone or iPad. All processing is done locally on your iphone or ipad, everything works without network. We've optimized it for smooth, reliable performance on your device. The implementation of Segment Anything is based on the open source SAM(Segment Anything Model). In Pro mode, users will be able to unlock the following features: 1. Instead of being limited to adding only 3 "Add mask" areas, users can add up to 50 in the Pro mode. 2. The "Remove area" feature becomes available, providing users more flexibility and control over the image cutout process. 3. Users have the ability to download their cutout images, perfect for saving, sharing, or using in other applications.

About

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

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, MakerWorld, Cults3D, Creality Cloud, Thangs, MyMiniFactory and Sketchfab 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, MakerWorld, Cults3D, Creality Cloud, Thangs, MyMiniFactory & Sketchfab • 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. 3D GO is an independent app and is not affiliated with any of the sites or printer brands mentioned. All trademarks belong to their owners. Privacy Policy: https://3dgo.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Segment Anything3 screens
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO at 4.1K against Segment Anything's 7. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Segment Anything sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO has 4.1K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Segment Anything ships an update every 3 weeks, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Segment Anything versus Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSegment AnythingThingiverse Printables | 3D GO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (7 ratings)4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—48.6% of reviews
Number of ratings74.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB58 MB
Age rating4+9+
Developer嘉琦 沈SimpleDev LLC

Customer experience

Segment Anything

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

All ratings4,074 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews208 reviews
Positive48.6%
Neutral11.5%
Negative39.9%

Bugs and requests

Segment Anything

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

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

1 purchases

Segment Anything

One-time1
  • PRO Mode$1.99
2 purchases

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

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

Questions

Is Segment Anything free?
Segment Anything is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO free?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Segment Anything or Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is rated higher. Segment Anything averages 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO averages 4.7 from 4.1K ratings.
Do Segment Anything or Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO have ads?
Neither Segment Anything nor Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Segment Anything or Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO?
Segment Anything ships an update every 3 weeks, and Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO every 5 weeks. Most recently, Segment Anything was updated on October 27, 2026 and Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO on October 27, 2026.

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