# Show3D vs ModelPlay

The clearest difference is rating: Show3D at 5.0 against ModelPlay's 3.0. Show3D also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). ModelPlay's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ModelPlay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Show3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Show3D holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ModelPlay has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Show3D ships an update every 2 months, ModelPlay every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Show3D | ModelPlay |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/show3d/id6469601463/reviews)** | [3.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modelplay-3d-model-viewer/id6483368492/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | — | 27.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 178 MB | 255 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [飞翔 任](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708354830) | [俊卿 吴](https://appshunter.io/developer/1714454254) |

## What reviewers say

### Show3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/show3d/id6469601463)

Create and edit 3D content with professional tools and AI generation. This app offers modeling, sculpting, and rendering features, allowing users to bring their ideas to life without prior experience. Supports various import and export formats.

**Highlights:** AI 3D Generation (Text, Image, Multi-View), Professional 3D Editor (Modeling, Sculpting, Rigging, Animation, Render), PBR Material Support, Scene Hierarchy Management, HDR Environment Presets, Full Undo/Redo History, Multiple Import/Export Formats (GLB, FBX, OBJ, STL)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### ModelPlay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modelplay-3d-model-viewer/id6483368492)

Easily view and customize 3D models without needing professional knowledge. Import, export, and categorize various file formats, then personalize lighting, backgrounds, materials, and animations for stunning visual effects.

**Highlights:** Import/export GLB, FBX, OBJ, STL, PLY, 3MF, Categorize models with folders, Customize lighting and backgrounds, Adjust model materials and textures, Play and control 3D animations, Set model position and camera angles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ModelPlay Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Show3D free?

Show3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ModelPlay free?

ModelPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Show3D or ModelPlay?

Show3D is rated higher. Show3D averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ModelPlay averages 3.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do Show3D or ModelPlay have ads?

Neither Show3D nor ModelPlay shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Show3D or ModelPlay?

Show3D ships an update every 2 months, and ModelPlay every 2 weeks. Most recently, Show3D was updated on October 2, 2026 and ModelPlay on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*