Comparison

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO vs GeeMaker

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

GeeMaker

This platform offers remote management for 3D printers, allowing users to control devices, manage models, and shop for supplies. It supports centralized device management, real-time monitoring, and access to a library of printable models.

Highlights
  • Remote 3D printer control
  • Centralized device management
  • Model library access
  • Online procurement of supplies
  • Real-time printing monitoring
  • Device alarm notifications
Features
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Geeetech is a remote management platform designed specifically for 3D printing users, integrating printing control, model management, and online shopping. Whether you are a family enthusiast, educational user, or professional creator, you can use the APP to remotely control printers, browse and download models, as well as one-stop procurement of Jietai 3D printers, printing consumables, and accessories, helping users easily complete every step from creative conception to physical production. workbench At the workbench, users can bind the 3D printer to an APP account and complete WiFi distribution, achieving centralized management of multiple devices. Support one click preheating of nozzle and hot bed, automatic leveling of hot bed, temperature and fan speed adjustment, as well as buzzer and light control. The APP also provides printing history viewing, device alarm reminders, and firmware upgrade functions, allowing users to remotely monitor printing progress and device status at any time, and easily grasp the entire printing process. Model Library The model library provides rich Gcode file resources, covering multiple categories such as fashion, home, toys, test models, art education, etc., to meet the printing needs of different users. Users can directly download or bookmark models and quickly start printing. The model library provides search, filtering, and categorized browsing functions, allowing users to easily find the resources they need. The model library will continuously update and expand its content to ensure that users can obtain fresh and practical printing model resources in a timely manner.

Screenshots

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO4 screens
GeeMaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO at 4.7 against GeeMaker's 3.1. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO also leads on ratings volume (4.1K vs 7) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). GeeMaker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, review sentiment, 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. GeeMaker 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 3.1. 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. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO's written reviews are positive against 50% of GeeMaker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO ships an update every 5 weeks, GeeMaker every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO versus GeeMaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThingiverse Printables | 3D GOGeeMaker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better3.1 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews48.6% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.1K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB81 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSimpleDev LLCGeeetech

Customer experience

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

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

GeeMaker

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

GeeMaker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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

GeeMaker

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 GeeMaker free?
GeeMaker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or GeeMaker?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is rated higher. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while GeeMaker averages 3.1 from 7 ratings.
Do Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or GeeMaker have ads?
Neither Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO nor GeeMaker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or GeeMaker?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO ships an update every 5 weeks, and GeeMaker every 4 months. Most recently, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO was updated on October 30, 2026 and GeeMaker on October 30, 2026.

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