3D Object & Room Scanner vs STL model scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3D Object & Room Scanner
Capture real-world objects and spaces in 3D using your device's LiDAR sensor. View scans in AR, export them in various formats, and sync them across devices. Ideal for hobbyists, designers, and anyone interested in 3D modeling and augmented reality.
- 3D scanning of objects and spaces
- AR viewing of scans
- Export in USDZ, STL, PLY, ABC, OBJ
- Video capture of 3D models
- iCloud Sync for models
- Requires LiDAR-enabled iPhone/iPad
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This app requires a Pro iPhone/iPad with a LiDAR sensor to function, such as iPhone 12 Pro or later. This is your go-to app for capturing everything in 3D, right from your iPhone. Using the latest from Apple's AR tech, it's all about making 3D scanning as straightforward as snapping a photo. Want to digitize your living room, create a 3D model of your favorite mug, or maybe design a custom game level with objects from the real world? We've got you covered. Please note: The exporting function of the app are is available for subscribers Here's what you can do: – Scan anything, from trinkets to entire spaces, and see it all in 3D. – Peek at your scans in AR to get a real feel of how they stand in space. – Exporting? Easy. Choose from formats like USDZ, STL, PLY, ABC or OBJ, ready to use in other projects and 3D printing. – Grab a video of your 3D model to show off on social media. Yep, it's that simple. – iCloud Sync: Your 3D models always in sync with your devices. This app is perfect for everyone from hobbyists playing around with 3D printing, designers looking for an easy way to capture real-world objects, to friends just wanting to have fun and explore AR. So, give "3D Scanner" a try, and let's start scanning the world together, one object at a time. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
STL model scanner
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This app scans real-world objects using your phone's camera, leveraging advanced LiDAR technology for high-precision 3D modeling and generating STL models for 3D printing. Users can easily export the generated STL files through Apple’s sharing feature or by connecting to a PC or Mac for further processing and 3D printing. As the app relies on LiDAR scanning technology, it is only supported on iPhone 12 Pro and later models, as well as iPad Pro 5th generation and later. Please note, this app is available through a paid subscription, and users must subscribe to access all features and enjoy the full 3D modeling and printing experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: STL model scanner at none against 3D Object & Room Scanner's shown. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. 3D Object & Room Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and STL model scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
3D Object & Room Scanner ships an update every 2 months, STL model scanner every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3D Object & Room Scanner | STL model scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (27 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 27 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nicolo Stanciu | 婷 刘 |
In-app purchases
3D Object & Room Scanner
- Unlimited Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Unlimited Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Unlimited Lifetime$19.99
STL model scanner
- Available After Purchase$1.99
Questions
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