IOL TrueCast vs 3D
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
IOL TrueCast
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International Orthotic Labsβ TrueCast scanning system for orthotics is an innovative technology that enables licensed practitioners to quickly and accurately capture 3D scans of patients' feet. This redesigned scanner not only offers a more intuitive all-in-one experience to scan and submit patient orders, but harnesses the power of Apple TrueDepth technology, which phases out the Structure Sensor Pro and unlocks medical-grade precision scanning with built-in iPad Pro Lidar cameras.
3D
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Capture Precise 3D Scans. Faster. Easier. Built for O&P. 3D-Sidekick is the go-to scanning app for orthotists and prosthetists who need high-quality 3D models β without the complexity. Whether you're scanning a limb, foot, or any body-part, 3D-Sidekick delivers clean, accurate results in seconds. Built specifically for O&P workflows, it helps you: Save time with fast, intuitive scanning Capture clean, usable scans β every time Attach picture, forms or information to your scans before exporting Export in STL or OBJ formats ready for your design tools Compatible with TrueDepth and Structure Sensor, and powered by the proven Structure SDK, 3D-Sidekick combines medical-grade performance with ease of use. Forget clunky tools or generic scanners β this is scanning done right for O&P professionals. Privacy Policy: https://skhosting.blob.core.windows.net/policies/3d-sidekick-privacy-policy-EN.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IOL TrueCast at none against 3D's 3. IOL TrueCast also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. 3D sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days. IOL TrueCast asks for nothing beyond the download.
IOL TrueCast ships an update monthly, 3D every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IOL TrueCast | 3D |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly β better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.2 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | International Orthotic Labs | Sidekick Interactive, Inc. |
In-app purchases
IOL TrueCast
No in-app purchases
3D
- Weekly Plan7 Days trial$19.997 Days
- Monthly Plan7 Days trial$49.991 Month
- Annual Plan7 Days trial$499.991 Year
Questions
Is IOL TrueCast free?
Is 3D free?
Do IOL TrueCast or 3D have ads?
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