Comparison

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO vs BreedBuddy

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

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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

BreedBuddy

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**BreedBuddy: Professional Plant Breeding Made Simple** Track every detail of your plant breeding program with BreedBuddy—the comprehensive app designed for serious breeders who need more than a simple plant journal. **Why BreedBuddy?** **Never Lose Track of Lineages** - Visual pedigree trees show your entire breeding history at a glance **Stay Organized** - Automatic numbering, tray management, and smart search keep everything accessible **Never Miss an Application** - Customizable notifications ensure your plants get the care they need **Complete Documentation** - Photos, notes, and milestones capture every stage of growth **Cloud Backup** - Your data syncs securely across all your devices **Key Features:** **Breeding Management** Record crosses, track parentage, and visualize complex pedigree relationships with beautiful tree diagrams. **Grow Logs** Document milestones, observations, and photos throughout your plant's lifecycle with automatic timeline tracking. **Application Tracking** Monitor fertilizers, pesticides, and custom treatments with batch management and smart notifications. **Trait Tracking** Build species-specific trait glossaries and track inheritance patterns across generations. **Cloud Sync** Automatic backup and sync across devices keeps your data safe and accessible everywhere. **Barcode Generation and Printing** Compatible with ESC/POS direct thermal printers Whether you're breeding tomatoes, flowers, or specialty crops, BreedBuddy gives you the tools to make data-driven breeding decisions and maintain professional-grade records. ---

Screenshots

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BreedBuddy at none against Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO's 2. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO's advantage is device support and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price 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. BreedBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO versus BreedBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThingiverse Printables | 3D GOBreedBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB11 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSimpleDev LLCVincent Pennetti

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

BreedBuddy

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

BreedBuddy

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 BreedBuddy free?
BreedBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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