Comparison

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO vs LayerLab

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

LayerLab

Features
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LayerLab is a professional G-Code analyzer that examines your 3D print files in seconds. SMART ANALYSIS • Upload your G-Code file and LayerLab instantly detects errors, risks and optimization opportunities • Overhang analysis, bridge detection, temperature warnings and more • Ghosting risk, acceleration check, Z-Hop status automatically reported REALISTIC 3D PREVIEW • Inspect your model on a Prusa-style bed with your own logo in 3D • Real-size Augmented Reality (AR) preview on your table • Layer-by-layer viewing PRINTER CONTROL (OctoPrint/Klipper) • Manage your printer from your phone via OctoPrint and Klipper connection • Camera monitoring, temperature control, emergency stop • Live print tracking via Dynamic Island and Lock Screen PRINT FARM MANAGEMENT • Manage multiple printers from a single screen • Command center for batch control PROFESSIONAL QUOTES • Cost calculation, profit margin and labor addition • Generate branded PDF price quotes in seconds FILAMENT INVENTORY TRACKING • Spool inventory management • Print history and automatic stock deduction Download free and take your 3D prints to the next level! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://dogukaneeser-tech.github.io/layerlab.github.io/privacy.html

Screenshots

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO4 screens
LayerLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO at none against LayerLab's shown. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases 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 and LayerLab sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO versus LayerLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThingiverse Printables | 3D GOLayerLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews48.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB14 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSimpleDev LLCDogukan Eser

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

LayerLab

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
1 purchases

LayerLab

Subscriptions1
  • LayerLab Pro7 Days trial$2.991 Year

Questions

Is Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO free?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LayerLab free?
LayerLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or LayerLab have ads?
LayerLab shows ads; Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO does not.

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