Comparison

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO vs InstaPrint

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

Head to head
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/

About

InstaPrint

This app enables inkless and wireless printing using Bluetooth connectivity. It is designed to work exclusively with a specific thermal printer model, making on-the-go printing simple and convenient.

Highlights
  • Inkless printing
  • Wireless printing
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Instant printing
  • Exclusive printer compatibility
Features
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Introducing the InstaPrint app, compatible exclusively with the Core Innovations Thermal Printer. Enjoy inkless and wireless printing with Bluetooth connectivity, making printing a breeze. Print anything instantly!

Screenshots

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO4 screens
InstaPrint4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO at 4.7 against InstaPrint's 2.6. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 19%) and ratings volume (4.1K vs 161). InstaPrint's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, 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. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. InstaPrint asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO has 4.1K ratings behind it against 161, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO's written reviews are positive against 19% of InstaPrint's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO ships an update every 5 weeks, InstaPrint every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO versus InstaPrint: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThingiverse Printables | 3D GOInstaPrint
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better2.6 (161 ratings)
Positive reviews48.3% of reviews — better19.2% of reviews
Number of ratings4.1K — better161
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB85 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSimpleDev LLCBeiens (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

All ratings4,074 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews205 reviews
Positive48.3%
Neutral11.2%
Negative40.5%

InstaPrint

All ratings161 ratings
Positive32.3%
Neutral13.7%
Negative54.0%
Written reviews120 reviews
Positive19.2%
Neutral15.0%
Negative65.8%

User reviews

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

From 4.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Convenient and free app
  • 🚀 Great database of free files
  • 🚀 Easy to send prints directly to printer
  • 👍 Helpful developer response
  • 🚀 Seamless switching between sites

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription required for full access
  • 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and freezes
  • 🚫 Inaccessible for smaller screens
  • 🚫 Limited functionality compared to websites
  • 🚫 Files saved as zips are inconvenient

InstaPrint

From 161 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 💡 Compact and convenient
  • 👍 Fun and handy

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Printing problems
  • 🐛 App bugs and glitches
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns
  • 👎 Difficult to navigate

Bugs and 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

InstaPrint

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App doesn't show all photos
  • Printer not recognized by devices
  • Printing orientation/sizing issues
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add color printing capability
  • Improve photo printing quality
  • Allow custom label/template creation
  • Provide better instructions and support

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

Subscriptions2
  • 3D Printing Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • 3D Printing Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

InstaPrint

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO free?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is InstaPrint free?
InstaPrint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or InstaPrint?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is rated higher. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while InstaPrint averages 2.6 from 161 ratings.
Do Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or InstaPrint have ads?
Neither Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO nor InstaPrint shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or InstaPrint?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO ships an update every 5 weeks, and InstaPrint every 2 months. Most recently, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO was updated on October 15, 2026 and InstaPrint on October 13, 2026.

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